Vergelijking
Bremelanotide vs. Teriparatid
Twee peptiden naast elkaar — identiteit, bewijsbasis, juridische status en bekende bijwerkingen.
Identiteit
Categorie
Onderzoek (overig)
Onderzoek (overig)
CAS-nr.
189691-06-3
52232-67-4
Molecuulmassa
1025.18 g/mol
4117.8 g/mol
Halfwaardetijd
2.7 h
1 h
Sequentie
Ac-Nle-c[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-OHSer-Val-Ser-Glu-Ile-Gln-Leu-Met-His-Asn-Leu-Gly-Lys-His-Leu-Asn-Ser-Met-Glu-Arg-Val-Glu-Trp-Leu-Arg-Lys-Lys-Leu-Gln-Asp-Val-His-Asn-PheWerkingsmechanisme
Bremelanotide
Bremelanotide is a cyclic peptide that binds non-selectively to melanocortin receptors (MC1R through MC5R) — with highest affinity at MC4R in the central nervous system. The precise role of MC4R activation in sexual behaviour is not fully understood; animal data show effects on hypothalamic circuits. Peripheral effects (blood pressure, hyperpigmentation) are attributed to MC1R/MC2R.
Teriparatid
Teriparatide corresponds to the biologically active first 34 amino acids of human parathyroid hormone and binds the PTH-1 receptor on bone and kidney cells. The literature describes that intermittent receptor activation preferentially stimulates the activity of bone-forming osteoblasts, whereas continuously elevated PTH exposure (as in hyperparathyroidism) tends to favor bone resorption. This time-dependent difference is regarded as the mechanistic basis for the bone-anabolic effect observed in studies.
Bewijsbasis
Hoogste bewijs
Humane RCT
Humane RCT
Studies
5
4
waarvan bij mensen
5
4
Geregistreerde effecten
3
3
Openstaande tegenstrijdigheden
1
1
Gedocumenteerde bijwerkingen
2
2
Juridische status
Volledige vermeldingen
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between Bremelanotide and Teriparatid?
- Bremelanotide is classified as "Onderzoek (overig)", while Teriparatid is classified as "Onderzoek (overig)". Bremelanotide: Synthetic cyclic heptapeptide acting as a non-selective melanocortin-receptor agonist. FDA-approved in 2019 as Vyleesi for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in pre-menopausal women. Teriparatid: Teriparatide is the recombinant N-terminal fragment 1-34 of human parathyroid hormone (PTH). It is regulatory-approved and studied in the scientific literature as a bone-anabolic agent for the treatment of osteoporosis. Unlike antiresorptive agents, studies attribute to it an effect that stimulates new bone formation. This page contrasts both neutrally and source-based — with no usage or dosing recommendation.
- Which peptide is better supported by science, Bremelanotide or Teriparatid?
- The highest available evidence level is "Humane RCT" for Bremelanotide and "Humane RCT" for Teriparatid. A higher evidence level means more robust data, but says nothing about suitability for an individual. The full body of evidence is on each peptide's own page.
- What is the legal status of Bremelanotide and Teriparatid in Germany and the United States?
- Duitsland: Bremelanotide — Niet goedgekeurd, Teriparatid — Op recept. Verenigde Staten: Bremelanotide — Op recept, Teriparatid — Op recept. These are factual summaries with source and review date on the individual pages.