FDA-approved
A product has been reviewed and approved by FDA for specific uses, labeling, manufacturing, and safety information. It does not validate unrelated products or off-label marketing claims.
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Peptide Glossary
Definitions for searchers comparing peptide evidence and legality.
Compounded drug
A drug prepared for an individual patient under compounding rules. FDA states compounded drugs are not FDA-approved.
Research-use only
A label often used for laboratory materials. It is not approval for human use and should not be treated as a medical safety claim.
Preclinical evidence
Evidence from cells, animals, or mechanistic models. Useful for hypotheses, not enough to prove human benefit.
Randomized controlled trial
A human study design that randomly assigns participants to interventions and comparison groups, reducing bias when well designed.
GH secretagogue
A compound that stimulates growth hormone release through GHRH or ghrelin-related pathways.
GLP-1 receptor agonist
A drug class that activates GLP-1 receptors. Some products in this class are FDA-approved prescription medications.
WADA Prohibited List
The World Anti-Doping Agency list of substances and methods prohibited in sport. Athletes should check current official rules.