GHRP-2

A synthetic growth hormone secretagogue used in Japan as a diagnostic agent for growth hormone deficiency.

What research shows

GHRP-2 raises growth hormone in human testing, and secretagogues of this class are used in provocative testing for growth hormone deficiency. The verified evidence is diagnostic and pharmacological in nature. No outcome trials covering body composition, strength or performance were verified here.

Evidence strength

Highest evidence grade among the graded claims: B. Grades reflect study strength, not benefit.

Safety context

See the safety section. Absence of a flag is not evidence of safety.

No endorsement

A grade reflects evidence strength, not a recommendation to use this compound; a strong grade can attach to a harmful effect.