Peptide Classification
Peptides vs GLP-1
Plot twist: GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide ARE peptides. The real comparison is between FDA-approved GLP-1 peptides and other "research" peptides.
Key Insight
Semaglutide is a 31-amino-acid peptide. The difference is that GLP-1 drugs went through FDA approval, while "peptides" usually refers to unapproved research compounds.
Peptide Categories
FDA-Approved Peptides
- Semaglutide - Weight/diabetes
- Tirzepatide - Weight/diabetes
- Insulin - Diabetes
- Octreotide - Various
Research Peptides
- BPC-157 - Healing
- TB-500 - Recovery
- CJC-1295 - GH release
- Ipamorelin - GH release
GH Secretagogues
- MK-677 - Oral GH secretagogue
- GHRP-6 - GH release
- GHRP-2 - GH release
- Hexarelin - GH release
The Bottom Line
When people compare "peptides vs GLP-1," they're really asking about research peptides vs FDA-approved medications. GLP-1s have rigorous clinical trials proving safety and efficacy.
Research peptides may have potential, but lack the same evidence base and quality controls. Choose based on your risk tolerance and what's legal in your area.