GHSR-1a agonist-1

GHSR-1a agonist-1 (Compound 4b) is an orally active agonist of the human growth hormone secretagogue receptor 1a (GHSR-1a) with an EC50 of 0.49 nM. It effectively stimulates the release of endogenous growth hormone by activating GHSR-1a. Doses as low as 0.1 mg/kg (administered orally) can increase body weight and length in 4-week-old rats. GHSR-1a agonist-1 is applicable in research on pediatric growth and developmental delays.