Kisspeptin

A neuropeptide that regulates GnRH release at the top of the reproductive hormone axis.

Written by Anthivera EditorialPending medical review

Updated Regulatory status verified May 1, 2026

Research-only

Relevance for women

Mechanistically interesting for HPG-axis signaling in women; lacks completed combination trials. Compounding status is contested as of May 2026.

Where the evidence sits

Anthivera’s calibrated five-tier scale — what the strongest evidence on Kisspeptin actually supports today.

  1. Preclinical
  2. Limited clinicalKisspeptin
  3. Multiple human studies
  4. Phase 3
  5. FDA-approved

Limited clinical: Small open-label or case-report data in humans.

Questions to bring to a consult

  1. 01What evidence is there for Kisspeptin in women specifically — and does that include perimenopausal or postmenopausal cohorts?
  2. 02What is the current FDA regulatory status, and which compounding pharmacy will my prescription go through?
  3. 03What baseline labs do you require before starting, and how often do you monitor?
  4. 04What are the realistic timelines and what does “not working for you” look like in practice?

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