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Updated 2025-11-26. Numbers and descriptions here follow the published literature rather than marketing material.
Tesamorelin is a synthetic analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone, a peptide hormone produced by the hypothalamus. The molecule retains the 44-amino-acid sequence of human GHRH and carries a trans-3-hexenoyl modification at its N-terminus. This modification increases resistance to enzymatic degradation and extends the peptide's functional stability relative to native GHRH. The compound is supplied as a lyophilized powder for reconstitution and subcutaneous administration in clinical settings. Its development code was TH9507, and it belongs to the GHRH analog class. It is not a growth hormone product; instead, it acts upstream to stimulate endogenous growth hormone release.
Clinical interest in tesamorelin arose from the need to address visceral adiposity in people living with HIV. Antiretroviral therapy improved survival but was associated in some patients with central fat accumulation, altered lipid profiles, and metabolic complications. This condition, often called HIV-associated lipodystrophy, involves excess visceral adipose tissue that is difficult to manage through diet and exercise alone. Investigators evaluated tesamorelin because GHRH analogs can stimulate growth hormone secretion and influence fat distribution without direct liposuction or invasive procedures.
纯度与身份确认依赖色谱与质谱的组合。反相高效液相色谱在 214 nm 紫外检测下分离主峰与相关杂质，给出纯度百分比与保留时间；电喷雾或基质辅助激光解吸电离质谱提供分子量，用于确认 N 端修饰是否完整。序列层面可通过肽图或氨基酸分析验证。含量测定常用紫外吸收法或氮元素分析，不同方法之间需要做交叉校验。
冻干粉末一般在 -20°C 或更低温度、干燥避光条件下保存，可维持较长时间的稳定。复溶后稳定性明显下降，溶液中的肽链易发生水解、氧化与聚集，通常需冷藏并在短期内用完。反复冻融会加速聚集与降解，建议分装后单次使用。缓冲体系的 pH 与离子强度同样影响聚集速率，需要按具体实验条件验证。
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular weight | Approximately 5,136 Da | Based on the 44-amino-acid peptide backbone and N-terminal modification. |
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilized powder | Usually supplied in single-use vials for reconstitution. |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; slightly soluble in some organic solvents | Peptide nature supports aqueous reconstitution. |
| Typical storage | 2–8 °C, protected from light | Refrigeration reduces degradation; avoid freezing unless specified. |
| Common analytical method | Reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography | Used for identity, purity, and quantification. |
| Synonyms | Tesamorelin, TH9507, GHRH(1-44) analog | Generic descriptors; avoid proprietary names. |
Tesamorelin is a synthetic peptide analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone, composed of 44 amino acids. It was designed to retain the biological activity of the native hormone while resisting rapid enzymatic degradation. The compound is classified as a growth hormone secretagogue and belongs to the broader family of hypothalamic releasing factors. In research and clinical settings, it is studied for its ability to stimulate pituitary growth hormone release. Its structure includes a modification at the N-terminus that contributes to an extended half-life relative to native growth hormone-releasing hormone.
Tesamorelin binds to growth hormone-releasing hormone receptors on the surface of pituitary somatotroph cells. This binding activates adenylate cyclase, raising intracellular cyclic AMP levels and triggering the release of growth hormone into circulation. The elevated growth hormone then stimulates hepatic production of insulin-like growth factor 1. Because the effect is mediated through the endogenous axis, secretion remains subject to feedback regulation. This distinguishes it from direct growth hormone administration, which bypasses pituitary control entirely.
稳定性研究通常考察温度、光照、湿度和 pH 对肽链的影响。冻干粉在低温避光条件下较为稳定，复溶后则需控制保存时间并避免反复冻融。肽类可能发生氧化、脱酰胺、水解和聚集，这些变化会改变色谱纯度。强制降解实验用于识别主要降解途径并验证分析方法的专属性。
质量控制项目一般包括外观、身份、纯度、含量、有关物质、水分和微生物限度。身份确认可通过肽图谱、氨基酸分析和质谱完成，纯度则用面积归一化法计算。研究级材料与药品级材料的要求不同，前者常缺少完整药典验证。不同批次间杂质谱是否影响活性，仍是一个需要具体数据回答的问题。
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It is a synthetic peptide analog of human growth hormone-releasing hormone. It is used clinically to reduce excess visceral abdominal fat in adults with HIV-associated lipodystrophy. It works by stimulating pituitary growth hormone release.
Pivotal trials enrolled adults with HIV and excess visceral abdominal fat, often in the context of antiretroviral therapy. Participants were assessed mainly by computed tomography for visceral adipose tissue. The approved indication remains specific to that population.
Long-term effects on cardiovascular events, mortality, and sustained fat distribution are not well established. Most trials measured changes over months rather than years. Open questions also include whether benefits persist after treatment stops.
多肽在反相柱上按疏水性差异分离，能有效区分主峰、缺失序列片段与氧化产物。配合紫外检测可获得可量化的纯度百分比，是肽类分析的常规手段。