OBDN
OBSIDIAN PEPTIDES
5-Amino-1MQ
Inhibits NNMT → shifts methyl/NAD metabolism; proposed increase in adipocyte energy expenditure
AOD-9604
Lipolysis signaling via GH fragment without GH-mediated hyperglycemia
ARA-290
Innate-repair-receptor activation → neurovascular protection
BPC-157
Promotes angiogenesis, accelerates tissue regeneration, and protects gut integrity through growth-factor modulation
- Accelerated wound and tendon repair
- Gut healing and protection
- Vascular and nerve regeneration
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Gut
- Musculoskeletal
- Vascular
- Neural
Cartalax
Bioregulatory gene modulation in chondrocytes
CJC-1295
DAC-modified GHRH analog → extended half-life, sustained GH release amplification
DSIP
Delta-sleep inducing peptide → circadian rhythm modulation, stress-hormone regulation
Epitalon
Pineal‑derived peptide with proposed epigenetic effects on circadian clock genes and melatonin secretion.
GHK-Cu
Copper-dependent collagen/elastin synthesis, MMP inhibition
Ipamorelin
Selective ghrelin receptor agonist → GH pulse without cortisol/prolactin elevation
KPV
α-MSH fragment → NF-κB and cytokine suppression
L-Carnitine
Carnitine shuttle transports long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria for beta-oxidation
MOTS-C
Stress-responsive peptide that translocates to nucleus; up-regulates AMPK/FOXO programs
- Enhanced glucose and fatty-acid handling
- Improved exercise adaptation
- Metabolic flexibility enhancement
- Weight recomposition support
- Metabolic
- Mitochondrial
- Endocrine
NAD+
100-500mg
NAD+ links glucose breakdown and fat oxidation to mitochondrial ATP production, and the same pool powers DNA‑repair enzymes (PARPs) and sirtuin pathways that regulate metabolism and the circadian clock.
- Transfer electrons for ATP production
- Supplies DNA‑repair enzymes (PARPs) that continuously scan and fix everyday damage.
- Supports sirtuin enzymes that coordinate metabolism and circadian timing.
- Helps mitochondria maintain stable energy output during inflammation and high workload
Acting as a crucial electron carrier that powers the cell's energy-producing machinery.
Serving as a master regulator of cellular health by supporting enzymes like sirtuins and PARPs.
P21
CREB phosphorylation → BDNF transcription, dendritic spine growth, synaptic plasticity
Pinealon
CNS trophic claims; proposed oligopeptide regulatory effects on brain tissue
Retatrutide
Triple GLP-1 (satiety), GIP (insulinotropic/central effects), glucagon (lipolysis/EE) agonist
- Aggressive fat loss
- Enhanced energy expenditure
- Improved metabolic markers
- Requires resistance training 3×/week
- Metabolic
- Endocrine
Selank
Tuftsin analog → GABAergic and serotonergic modulation, enkephalin stabilization
Semax
ACTH(4-10) analog → BDNF upregulation, D1/D2 receptor density increase, enkephalinase inhibition
Semaglutide
GLP-1R agonism with albumin-binding for extended half-life
Sermorelin
GHRH(1-29) analog → stimulates natural pulsatile GH release from pituitary
SS-31
Binds cardiolipin in inner mitochondrial membrane → stabilizes cristae, improves electron transport efficiency
- Reduced post-exertional malaise
- Improved HRV and orthostatic tolerance
- Enhanced mitochondrial function
- Steadier work output
Cardiolipin stabilization is dose-dependent early; tapering reduces cost while keeping membrane effects
TB-500
Actin polymerization → cell migration and angiogenesis
- Wound-healing acceleration
- Tissue flexibility and remodeling
- Fibrosis reduction
Often run concurrently with BPC-157 for synergistic repair
Tesamorelin
GHRH analog → pulsatile GH secretion, targeting visceral adipose tissue (VAT) reduction
- Visceral fat reduction
- Improved body composition
- Enhanced metabolic markers
- Lipid profile improvement
Targets stubborn visceral fat specifically
Tirzepatide
GLP-1 satiety/gastric delay + GIP insulinotropic/central effects
VIP
Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide → immunomodulation, anti-inflammatory cytokine release, circadian regulation
- Restores vagal tone (parasympathetic "brake" on fight-or-flight)
- Shifts immune cells from inflammatory (M1) to restorative (M2)
- Tightens gut and lung epithelial barriers
- Regulates circadian rhythms (sleep-wake cycles)
- Modulates mast cell activation
- Autonomic
- Gut-Immune
- HPA Axis
Used to treat chronic inflammatory dysautonomia, studies show Improved inflammatory markers (TGF-β1, C4a), symptomatic improvements in fatigue, cognition, dysautonomia