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5 mg vial lyophilised vial of Semaglutide, ISO/IEC 17025 lab-verified, research-use-only, Peptyds packaging
Metabolic Systems
Metabolic
Semaglutide
GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Research
Third-party tested≥ 98% lab-verified purity
A GLP-1 receptor agonist studied for its effects on appetite regulation and metabolic signalling — investigated in weight and metabolic support contexts.
Metabolic Systems

Semaglutide

Semaglutide is a synthetic fatty-acid-acylated GLP-1 receptor agonist of 31 amino acids derived from a modified GLP-1 backbone, studied in metabolic and weight-regulation research for its role in agonising the GLP-1 receptor.

A GLP-1 receptor agonist studied for its effects on appetite regulation and metabolic signalling — investigated in weight and metabolic support contexts.

Third-party tested≥ 98% lab-verified purityClinician-guided use
Size
€705 mg · Incl. VAT
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Availability
Ships within 1 business day
Storage
Store 2–8 °C. Reconstitute before use.
Ships from
European fulfilment centre, cold-chain express

Lab proof, by batch

  • Tested independently, by batch
  • Certificate of analysis available
  • Purity and identity on record
What this peptide is for

GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Research.

Semaglutide (CAS 910463-68-2) is a synthetic GLP-1 analogue with extended half-life through C18 fatty-acid conjugation. Clinical investigation has focused on appetite suppression, insulin secretion, and cardiovascular metabolic markers. Formula C187H291N45O59, MW 4113.58 g/mol. Use under clinical guidance only.

Linked research
  • Wilding et al. — STEP trial: weekly semaglutide and sustained body weight reduction
  • Marso et al. — SUSTAIN-6 cardiovascular outcomes with semaglutide

Research context only. Not medical advice. Consult a qualified clinician before use.

Specification
  • 5 mg lyophilised powder per vial
  • Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water before use
  • Store lyophilised at 2–8 °C, keep from light
  • Once reconstituted, refrigerate and use within 28 days
What arrives in the box
  • One 5 mg lyophilised Semaglutide vial
  • Tamper-evident cap with batch-coded label
  • Storage and reconstitution card
Pharmacology

What the research reports about this molecule.

Classic parameters from peer-reviewed literature. Not human dosing guidance — read alongside the PubMed references on /learn.

Sequence
31-amino-acid fatty-acid-acylated GLP-1 RA
Molecular weight
4114 Da
Half-life
~7 days
Mechanism
GLP-1 receptor agonism
Research domain
Metabolic, weight regulation
Regulatory status
EMA-authorised as Ozempic / Wegovy; sold research-only here
Reconstitution
Bacteriostatic water, USP
Storage
Long-term -20°C lyophilised; -80°C for >12 months; reconstituted 2-8°C, ≤4 weeks
How to use

Simple, deliberate steps — not a protocol.

These are practical handling notes. Dosing decisions stay between you and your clinician.

  1. 1

    Reconstitute as directed by your clinician — protocol titration from a low starting dose is essential

  2. 2

    Administer subcutaneously at the agreed site and frequency

  3. 3

    Refrigerate reconstituted vial; follow clinician's usage window guidance

How-to-use guide

Read the research protocol

Concise reconstitution, dosing, and handling instructions.

Quality documentation
Batch-by-batch lab verification

Each release is matched with quality documentation through a documented verification path. Identity, purity, and composition test results sit on the product page before you buy.

Quality documentation
ISO/IEC 17025-accredited lab testing

Every batch is verified by an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory before release. Identity, purity, and documentation travel with the product — not behind a form.

Storage & shipping
Kept-cold commitment

Sensitive peptides ship in insulated insulated cold packaging with gel packs sized for a 48-hour transit window, tracked door to door.

Questions, answered plainly

Everything worth asking before you order.

Shipping, storage, quality, and when to speak to a clinician — without the runaround.

What proof of quality comes with my order?

Every batch ships with a batch code printed on the vial. The matching independent lab report — identity, purity, and composition — independently lab-tested results — is linked on the product page and also available from your order page after purchase.

Should I speak to a clinician before using a peptide?

We recommend it — especially if you are pregnant, nursing, managing a medical condition, or combining peptides with prescribed medication. Our product pages are educational. They are not medical advice and they do not replace a conversation with a qualified practitioner.

When will my order ship and arrive?

Orders placed before 14:00 CET Monday–Friday ship the same business day from our European fulfilment centre in The Hague, Netherlands. Standard tracked EU delivery arrives in 2–4 business days; express options are available at checkout.

What does "research only" actually mean on a peptide label?

Research-only means the compound has not been approved by the EMA or any national medicines authority for medical use, and is sold solely for in-vitro and laboratory research. It is not a supplement, a cosmetic, or a medicine, and it carries no claims for human consumption.

How does tirzepatide compare to semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a single GLP-1 receptor agonist; tirzepatide is a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist, which is associated with larger weight reductions in head-to-head trials — roughly 20–22 percent versus 15 percent over 72 weeks in SURMOUNT-5. Both are EMA-approved as prescription medicines (Wegovy/Ozempic and Mounjaro).

What are the most common side effects of GLP-1 peptides specifically?

Across SUSTAIN, SURPASS, SURMOUNT, and TRIUMPH trials, the dominant adverse events for semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide are gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, and abdominal discomfort, usually mild-to-moderate and concentrated during dose titration.

What's the difference between a prescription peptide and a research peptide?

A prescription peptide (e.g. Wegovy, Mounjaro, Vyleesi, Zadaxin in the relevant jurisdictions) has been through EMA or national-authority review, carries an authorised indication, and is dispensed by a pharmacy against a script. A research peptide is a reference-grade compound sold for laboratory use only.

How do I reconstitute a lyophilised peptide vial?

Bring both the lyophilised vial and the bacteriostatic water to room temperature, equalise pressure with a sterile vented needle, then inject the solvent slowly down the side of the vial. Swirl gently — never shake — until clear, and refrigerate at 2–8 °C.

How much bacteriostatic water should I add to my peptide vial?

The calculation is peptide mass (mg) ÷ desired concentration (mg/mL) = volume of bacteriostatic water in mL. For example, a 5 mg vial at 1 mg/mL needs 5 mL; at 2 mg/mL, 2.5 mL. Every Peptyds product page carries a suggested reconstitution volume tuned to the vial size.

How long does a reconstituted peptide stay stable in the fridge?

Most lyophilised peptides reconstituted with bacteriostatic water remain stable for 28–30 days at 2–8 °C, protected from light. A handful of short, fragile sequences — Epithalon among them — drop to roughly 14 days. Never freeze a reconstituted vial.

What side effects are most commonly reported across peptide research?

Across published trials and case series, the most frequent reported events are injection-site reactions (redness, induration, transient discomfort), headache, mild nausea, and temporary fatigue. GLP-1 and dual-agonist class peptides add dose-dependent gastrointestinal effects.

Who should not use peptides?

Peptides are not appropriate for anyone who is pregnant, nursing, planning conception, under 18, managing active cancer, or on immunosuppressants — and competitive athletes governed by WADA must avoid every peptide on the prohibited list. Anyone with a personal or family history of melanoma should specifically avoid melanocortin-receptor agonists.