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Cyclic Glycine-Proline

Cyclic glycine-proline (cGP) is a naturally occurring small cyclic dipeptide belonging to the 2,5-diketopiperazine family.

Also known as: cGP, IGF-1 Bioavailability Regulator & Neuroprotective Peptide

Typical Dose 20-40 μg
Storage Store as directed; keep sealed and dry
How Often 1x daily

Overview

Cyclic glycine-proline (cGP) is a naturally occurring small cyclic dipeptide belonging to the 2,5-diketopiperazine family. It is endogenous to the human body, found in plasma, breast milk, and cerebrospinal fluid. cGP is a metabolite of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) and plays a key role in regulating IGF-1 bioavailability by competing with IGF-1 for binding to IGFBP-3. Research suggests cGP has neuroprotective, nootropic, and cardioprotective properties, with clinical trials showing benefits for cognitive function, stroke recovery, and metabolic health.

Key Benefits

  • Cognitive Enhancement
  • Neuroprotection
  • Neurodegenerative Diseases

Neuroprotection, cognitive enhancement, IGF-1 optimization, cardiovascular support, metabolic health, convenient oral administration, crosses blood-brain barrier

Mechanism of Action

cGP competes with IGF-1 for binding to IGFBP-3, thereby regulating the amount of bioavailable IGF-1 in circulation. It normalizes IGF-1 function - promoting activity when insufficient and inhibiting when excessive. Also acts as positive allosteric modulator of AMPA and GABA-A receptors and increases BDNF levels.

Research Protocols Oral

GoalDoseFrequencyRoute
General cognitive support20-40 μg1x dailyOral
Neuroprotection/anti-aging40-50 μg1x dailyOral
Metabolic/cardiovascular support40-100 μg1x dailyOral
Via blackcurrant extract300 mg BCA2x dailyOral

Research protocols from published literature — not dosing recommendations.

Peptide Interactions

  • IGF-1 — Synergistic: cGP is a metabolite of IGF-1 and regulates its bioavailability by competing for IGFBP-3 binding - normalizes IGF-1 function
  • BPC-157 — Compatible: Different mechanisms - BPC-157 promotes tissue repair while cGP modulates IGF-1 function
  • Semax — Compatible: Both have neuroprotective and nootropic effects through different pathways
  • Selank — Compatible: Complementary cognitive enhancement - Selank for anxiety, cGP for IGF-1 optimization
  • GH Secretagogues — Monitor Combination: Both affect growth hormone/IGF-1 axis - monitor for combined effects on IGF-1 levels

What to Expect Oral

Week 1-2: Possible subtle improvements in mental clarity. Week 2-4: Enhanced cognitive function and focus may become noticeable. Week 4-8: Neuroprotective and metabolic benefits accumulating. Week 8-12: Optimal IGF-1 regulation and sustained cognitive support. Individual responses vary based on baseline cGP/IGF-1 ratio. Most effective for: Cognitive decline prevention, healthy aging, metabolic support.

Side Effects & Safety

cGP is endogenous to the human body - naturally found in plasma, breast milk, and CSF. Generally well-tolerated with excellent safety profile in clinical studies. No significant adverse events reported in available research. Start with lower dose to assess individual response. Consult healthcare provider if taking medications affecting IGF-1 or growth hormone. Limited long-term human data - most studies are short to medium term.

cGP is endogenous to the human body - naturally found in plasma, breast milk, and CSF. Generally well-tolerated with excellent safety profile in clinical studies. No significant adverse events reported in available research. Start with lower dose to assess individual response. Consult healthcare provider if taking medications affecting IGF-1 or growth hormone. Limited long-term human data - most studies are short to medium term.

Community Insights

Cyclic Glycine-Proline should be stored at Room temperature, cool dry place.

Molecular Information

Molecular Weight 154.17 Da
Length 2
Type Cyclic dipeptide (2,5-diketopiperazine)
Sequence cyclo(Gly-Pro)

References

  1. Alzheimer's Mouse Model Study (2023) · 2023
  2. Stroke Recovery & Cognitive Function Review (2023) · 2023
  3. Parkinson's Disease Clinical Study (2018) · 2018
  4. IGF-1 Homeostasis Regulation Study (2014) · 2014

Research reference only. Not medical advice.