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Kisspeptin

Full name
Kisspeptin (Kisspeptin-10 / metastin)
Mechanism
Hypothalamic peptide that stimulates GnRH release via the KISS1R receptor — a master regulator of the reproductive axis (LH/FSH).
Half-life
very short (minutes for KP-10)
Administration
subcutaneous, intravenous (trials)
Typical dosage*
low: research/trial-defined · typical: investigational (bolus/infusion in studies) · high: trial-defined
Researched for
reproductive-endocrine research, investigational: hypogonadism, IVF triggering, sexual-brain processing studies
Reported side effects
generally well tolerated in trials at studied doses
Interactions
not characterised outside trials
Commonly combined
investigational; clinical-research use only
Scheduling
🇦🇺 AUInvestigational — not approved
🇺🇸 USInvestigational — not FDA-approved
🇬🇧 UKInvestigational — not licensed
Regulatory status
Investigational. Not approved. Active clinical-research interest in fertility medicine.

*Doses are commonly-reported figures from public sources, not a recommendation. Educational only.

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Studies (20)

YearTitle / venueSource
2025Kisspeptin and neurokinin B: roles in reproductive health
Physiological reviews · preclinical
PMID 39813600
2024Kisspeptin and mammalian reproduction
Peptides · preclinical
PMID 39306000
2024Kisspeptin signaling in astrocytes modulates the reproductive axis
The Journal of clinical investigation · preclinical
PMID 38861336
2024Kisspeptin and neurokinin B neuroendocrine pathways in the control of human ovulation
Journal of neuroendocrinology · preclinical
PMID 38404024
2022Stress, kisspeptin, and functional hypothalamic amenorrhea
Current opinion in pharmacology · preclinical
PMID 36103784
2022The Role of Kisspeptin in the Control of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal Axis and Reproduction
Frontiers in endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 35837314
2022Hypothalamic kisspeptin and kisspeptin receptors: Species variation in reproduction and reproductive behaviours
Frontiers in neuroendocrinology · preclinical
PMID 34757093
2020Metabolic regulation of kisspeptin - the link between energy balance and reproduction
Nature reviews. Endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 32427949
2020Kisspeptin and GnRH interactions in the reproductive brain of teleosts
General and comparative endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 32710898
2020Role of Kisspeptin in Regulation of Reproductive and Immune Reactions
Biochemistry. Biokhimiia · preclinical
PMID 33045946
2019Kisspeptin and Glucose Homeostasis
Seminars in reproductive medicine · preclinical
PMID 31869842
2018The hypothalamus-pituitary-gonad axis: Tales of mice and men
Metabolism: clinical and experimental · preclinical
PMID 29223677
2018KNDy Cells Revisited
Endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 30010844
2018Kisspeptin and the control of emotions, mood and reproductive behaviour
The Journal of endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 30306845
2016Kisspeptin across the human lifespan:evidence from animal studies and beyond
The Journal of endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 27340201
2014The kisspeptin-GnRH pathway in human reproductive health and disease
Human reproduction update · preclinical
PMID 24615662
2013Kisspeptin antagonists
Advances in experimental medicine and biology · preclinical
PMID 23550006
2008GPR54 and kisspeptins
Results and problems in cell differentiation · preclinical
PMID 18193176
2007Kisspeptin in reproduction
Seminars in reproductive medicine · preclinical
PMID 17710729
2007Leptin in reproduction
Current opinion in endocrinology, diabetes, and obesity · preclinical
PMID 17982352

Questions (9)

What is Kisspeptin?

Kisspeptin (Kisspeptin (Kisspeptin-10 / metastin)). Hypothalamic peptide that stimulates GnRH release via the KISS1R receptor — a master regulator of the reproductive axis (LH/FSH).

What is Kisspeptin used for?

Commonly discussed uses: reproductive-endocrine research, investigational: hypogonadism, IVF triggering, sexual-brain processing studies. There is both human and animal/preclinical research, though the depth and quality vary by indication. Note: most uses are not approved indications.

How does Kisspeptin work?

Mechanism: Hypothalamic peptide that stimulates GnRH release via the KISS1R receptor — a master regulator of the reproductive axis (LH/FSH).

Is Kisspeptin safe?

Reported considerations: generally well tolerated in trials at studied doses. There is both human and animal/preclinical research, though the depth and quality vary by indication. Investigational. Not approved. Active clinical-research interest in fertility medicine. This is not a safety endorsement; safety data for unapproved compounds is incomplete.

What is the typical dose of Kisspeptin?

Commonly cited ranges (educational reference, not a recommendation): low research/trial-defined, typical investigational (bolus/infusion in studies), high trial-defined. Administration: subcutaneous, intravenous (trials). Half-life: very short (minutes for KP-10).

Is Kisspeptin legal in Australia?

Australian status: Investigational — not approved. Investigational. Not approved. Active clinical-research interest in fertility medicine. General regulatory context: most active peptides are Schedule 4 and require a prescription; import via the Personal Importation Scheme requires a valid Australian prescription for prescription-only goods.

How do you store Kisspeptin?

Reconstitution/storage reference: research/trial-defined; storage: refrigerated/frozen.

What is Kisspeptin commonly stacked with?

Commonly discussed combinations (anecdotal for unapproved compounds): investigational; clinical-research use only. Stacking increases interaction/safety uncertainty.