MK-677
MK-677, also known as Ibutamoren, is not a SARM but a potent, orally available, long-acting, selective non-peptide agonist of the ghrelin receptor that acts as a growth hormone secretagogue in vivo. In addition to its direct promotion of appetite, MK-677 produces a sharp increase in human growth hormone (HGH) and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) secretion, resulting in a sustained rise in plasma levels of these hormones without affecting cortisol levels.
Chemical formula of MK-677:
| C28H40N4O8S2 |
MK-677 Health Research
Animal research has demonstrated that MK-677 has the potential to increase muscle mass, bone density, and accelerate the growth of connective tissues. Medical studies on MK-677 reveal its potential to benefit individuals with low levels of HGH and IGF-1, such as adolescents and older subjects with growth hormone deficiency.
Research in Mice
Clinical Study
Ghrelin, a 28-amino-acid peptide hormone, is primarily released from gastric enteroendocrine cells and can be triggered by hunger.
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a prevalent form of dementia, and only a few studies have investigated the effects of ghrelin agonists or antagonists in animal models of AD, such as [d-Lys3]-GHRP-6.
However, a recent study evaluated the role of MK-677, a ghrelin agonist, in the levels of phosphorylation of the cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) response element binding protein (pCREB), responsible for cognitive functioning and neuronal survival.
MK-677 is also being investigated for its nootropic effects and its potential to protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease.
As a ghrelin receptor agonist, MK-677 is an active neuropeptide that crosses the blood-brain barrier and has been shown to improve REM sleep quality and protect the brain from β-Amyloid proteins in mice.
Thioflavin-S staining and immunohistochemical staining results suggest that MK-677 administration attenuates Aβ deposition and Aβ-mediated pathologies in the neocortex of three-month-old 5XFAD mice.
Moreover, MK-677 inhibited the decreased pCREB levels in the dentate gyrus of the hippocampus. Taken together, these findings suggest that MK-677 may have potential in the treatment of early-phase AD.
Researchers are studying MK-677’s potential effects on skeletal muscle, connective tissue, and bone mineral density, as well as its impact on the hypopituitary testicular axis (HPTA) and testosterone levels.
More Research in Mice
One study conducted animal research on rats examined the effects of MK-677, administered orally to mice. Results showed that MK-677 can increase growth hormone levels at peak concentrations of serum GH by 1.8-fold compared to basal levels.
However, no growth-promoting effects were observed after 6 weeks in the study, as assessed by body weight, body length, width of tibia growth plate, and serum level of IGF-I. This suggests that prolonged use of MK-677 may lead to desensitization of the growth hormone receptor.
The mechanisms of this desensitization are not fully understood, but may involve increased expression of somatostatin in the hypothalamus. Side effects of this study were not documented beyond the information provided.
Because of this, further research is necessary to develop strategies to overcome this potential limitation of MK-677. Researchers must perform more studies on MK-677 and related products to investigate the compound’s effects on lean muscle, muscle, and bone, cortisol levels, cholesterol levels, and GH levels in mice, thereby expanding our knowledge of this compound.
What Benefits of MK-677 Are Researchers Studying and Why?
1. The mimics of ghrelin to increase and sustain appetite, HGH, and IGF-1 levels.
2. Effects on skeletal muscle, connective tissue, and bone mineral density.
3. Effects on the hypopituitary testicular axis (HPTA) and testosterone levels.
4. The brain, central nervous system, and β-Amyloid proteins in mice, as well as sleep quality.
5. MK-677 and research purposes of Alzheimer’s disease in mice.
AT THIS TIME, MK-677/IBUTAMOREN IS ONLY APPROVED FOR LABORATORY RESEARCH AND IS NOT SOLD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.
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Abuse Warning
It’s essential to note that MK-677 is an investigational compound awaiting FDA approval and is not a dietary supplement.
Therefore, it’s essential to use caution when considering studying this or participating in clinical trials. Anecdotal reports and guides may not match those used in carefully designed medical research protocols.
Additionally, individual variables, comorbidities, and polypharmacy can contribute significantly to the risk of adverse effects, which is why these products are to be used by medical professionals and researchers only.
Scientific References:
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8. Jeong YO, Shin SJ, Park JY, et al. MK-677, a Ghrelin Agonist, Alleviates Amyloid Beta-Related Pathology in 5XFAD Mice, an Animal Model of Alzheimer’s Disease. Int J Mol Sci. 2018;19(6):1800. Published 2018 Jun 18. doi:10.3390/ijms19061800
9. Lee, J., Kwon, A., Chae, H. W., Lee, W. J., Kim, T. H., & Kim, H. S. (2018). Effect of the Orally Active Growth Hormone Secretagogue MK-677 on Somatic Growth in Rats. Yonsei Medical Journal, 59(10), 1174-1180.
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