Mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide
SS-31 (Elamipretide)
Mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide for cardiolipin binding and ETC efficiency.
- Half-life~2 hours plasma
- Dose range5 to 40 mg subcutaneous · 8 to 12 week cycle
- Reconstituted stability28 days, 2–8 °C
- VerificationCOA included
Mechanism
How it works.
Selectively concentrates in inner mitochondrial membrane. Binds cardiolipin to support electron-transport-chain efficiency. Reduces mitochondrial ROS production.
Research
What the research shows.
Clinical research in mitochondrial myopathies, ischemia-reperfusion injury, and age-related macular degeneration. Longevity-research applications are the natural extension.
SS-31 (Elamipretide) is a synthetic mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide. The compound binds cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane, enhancing electron-transport-chain efficiency and reducing oxidative stress.
The mitochondrial-targeting peptide class is one of the more interesting frontiers in longevity research. SS-31 has the most-developed clinical research base in the class.
Contraindications
When not to use.
Active malignancy. Pregnancy. Pediatric use without clinical oversight.
Optimal pairings
Stacks well with.
Information is educational, derived from published research. Not medical advice. All compounds sold for research use only. Bloodwork and a clinical consultation should precede any new protocol.