RFK Names the 12 Peptides To Be Reclassified

[Phil Goodman]

Announced earlier:


Today, we took long-overdue action to restore science, accountability, and the rule of law.

In September 2023, the Biden FDA pushed a number of peptides into Category 2 — “Bulk Drug Substances that Raise Significant Safety Risks” — driving a dangerous black market that puts Americans at risk.

Now, after nominators withdrew 12 peptides, the FDA will remove them from Category 2 and will bring them to PCAC at its next two meetings, beginning in July—where independent experts will rigorously evaluate each substance on its scientific merits using full clinical, pharmacological, and safety evidence.

• BPC-157
• Thymosin beta-4 fragment (LKKTETQ)
• Epitalon
• GHK-Cu (injectable)
• MOTS-c
• DSIP (Emideltide)
• Dihexa Acetate
• Ibutamoren Mesylate
• Melanotan II
• KPV
• Semax (heptapeptide)
• Cathelicidin LL-37

This action begins to restore regulated access and will immediately begin shifting demand away from the black market.

We will follow the science, enforce the law, and deliver the clarity patients, providers, and pharmacies deserve.

 

[BadassBlues]

Announced earlier:


Today, we took long-overdue action to restore science, accountability, and the rule of law.

In September 2023, the Biden FDA pushed a number of peptides into Category 2 — “Bulk Drug Substances that Raise Significant Safety Risks” — driving a dangerous black market that puts Americans at risk.

Now, after nominators withdrew 12 peptides, the FDA will remove them from Category 2 and will bring them to PCAC at its next two meetings, beginning in July—where independent experts will rigorously evaluate each substance on its scientific merits using full clinical, pharmacological, and safety evidence.

• BPC-157
• Thymosin beta-4 fragment (LKKTETQ)
• Epitalon
• GHK-Cu (injectable)
• MOTS-c
• DSIP (Emideltide)
• Dihexa Acetate
• Ibutamoren Mesylate
• Melanotan II
• KPV
• Semax (heptapeptide)
• Cathelicidin LL-37

This action begins to restore regulated access and will immediately begin shifting demand away from the black market.

We will follow the science, enforce the law, and deliver the clarity patients, providers, and pharmacies deserve.

I’m surprised to see Dihexa on this list.

 

[ajax31]

I’m surprised to see Dihexa on this list.

So am I, but RFK Jr has a passion for helping autistic kids so that may have played a part in the decision.

 

[Guided_by_Voices]

I find it interesting that MT-2 is on the list. There was a study many years ago IIRC that showed it had very pro-cardiovascular health properties so perhaps that is going to get some attention.

 

[Phil Goodman]

I find it interesting that MT-2 is on the list. There was a study many years ago IIRC that showed it had very pro-cardiovascular health properties so perhaps that is going to get some attention.

I honestly don’t know a lot about most of those. Only peptides I’ve ever done are BPC, CJC with Ipa, GHK-CU, and Melanotan 2. Kind of surprised to see melanotan 2 on there since as far as I know it’s primarily cosmetic with minimal health benefits. I’d be glad to see those on the list promoted more and I’d definitely talk to my doctor at Defy about prescribing them. Not looking forward to seeing the price tag though…

 

[Guided_by_Voices]

I honestly don’t know a lot about most of those. Only peptides I’ve ever done are BPC, CJC with Ipa, GHK-CU, and Melanotan 2. Kind of surprised to see melanotan 2 on there since as far as I know it’s primarily cosmetic with minimal health benefits. I’d be glad to see those on the list promoted more and I’d definitely talk to my doctor at Defy about prescribing them. Not looking forward to seeing the price tag though…

It may also be that PT-141 is technically an approved drug so MT-2 could be a substitute for that.