Side-by-side comparison
Capromorelin vs LL-37 Truncated Variants (KR-12 / KS-30)
Oral non-peptide ghrelin-receptor agonist; FDA-approved as a veterinary appetite stimulant. versus Shorter active fragments of LL-37 (KR-12, KS-30) with retained antimicrobial activity but lower toxicity.
Capromorelin
PerformanceOral non-peptide ghrelin-receptor agonist; FDA-approved as a veterinary appetite stimulant.
Top benefits
- ✓Stimulates appetite
- ✓Raises GH/IGF-1
- ✓Oral bioavailability
LL-37 Truncated Variants (KR-12 / KS-30)
RecoveryShorter active fragments of LL-37 (KR-12, KS-30) with retained antimicrobial activity but lower toxicity.
Top benefits
- ✓Antimicrobial activity preserved
- ✓Lower hemolysis vs full LL-37
- ✓Wound healing research
| Attribute | Capromorelin | LL-37 Truncated Variants (KR-12 / KS-30) |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Performance | Recovery |
| Type | small-molecule | linear |
| Chain length | 1 aa | 12 aa |
| Formula | C28H36N4O4 | KR-12 fragment of LL-37 |
| Common dose | 3 mg/kg (dog) | Not established |
| Frequency | Daily, oral | N/A |
| Top benefit | Stimulates appetite | Antimicrobial activity preserved |
| Top side-effect | Hypersalivation (in dogs/cats) | Localized irritation (topical) |
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