CJC 1295 use refers to the clinical application of a synthetic peptide analog of Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH), specifically designed to stimulate the pituitary gland’s pulsatile release of endogenous Growth Hormone (GH). This therapeutic strategy is employed to enhance the body’s natural somatotropic axis function, which often declines with advancing age. Its clinical relevance lies in its ability to offer a sustained elevation of GH and Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) without the need for frequent administration.
Origin
The peptide CJC 1295 was developed in the early 2000s, originating from pharmaceutical research focused on optimizing the half-life and bioactivity of GHRH, the natural hypothalamic peptide. The modification, known as Drug Affinity Complex (DAC), is the key innovation, allowing it to bind to serum albumin and significantly prolong its action in the circulatory system. This chemical engineering provided a superior pharmacokinetic profile compared to earlier, rapidly metabolized GHRH analogs.
Mechanism
CJC 1295 acts as a potent agonist, binding to the GHRH receptors on the somatotroph cells within the anterior pituitary gland. The DAC technology extends its half-life by preventing rapid enzymatic degradation, allowing it to exert a prolonged effect. This sustained receptor activation prompts the pituitary to release GH in a pattern that closely mimics the body’s natural, pulsatile rhythm, subsequently increasing hepatic production of IGF-1, which mediates many of the anabolic and regenerative effects.
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