FDA advisers greenlit 6 peptides for compounding

An FDA advisory panel has voted in favor of making six wellness peptides available for pharmacy compounding.

Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks for proteins in the body. And while these six compounds are not currently FDA approved, they have surged in popularity.

Many influencers, athletes, and some doctors say they have health benefits like reducing inflammation and promoting longevity.

The compounding pharmacies prepare custom medications for patients using specific ingredients based on a doctor’s prescription.

The FDA has not yet given a final go-ahead, and the peptides remain in limbo until the agency takes further action.