FDA vs Grey-Market Peptide Status Checker

Look up the FDA approval status of any peptide — semaglutide, BPC-157, GHK-Cu, tesamorelin, and 30+ others. The status badge tells you whether you can legally buy it as a drug, supplement, or research chemical.

Type a peptide name above or pick a suggestion to see its FDA status.

The four status categories

  • FDA-approved: a prescription drug with an approved indication. Legal to buy at a US pharmacy with a valid prescription. Includes GLP-1 receptor agonists, PTH analogs, and a handful of others.
  • Compounded (503A): legally prescribed and made by a state-licensed compounding pharmacy on a per-patient basis. Post-Feb 2025 FDA enforcement, large-scale 503B compounding is largely shut down. Quality and concentration vary by pharmacy.
  • Discontinued: was FDA-approved at one point but is no longer marketed (often the maker withdrew or the indication was removed). Sometimes still available via compounding.
  • Grey-market / not FDA-approved: sold online as “research peptide” or “research chemical.” No approved human indication. Quality, potency, and contamination are unverified. Use is at the buyer’s legal and medical risk.

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    Emily Collins, as a nutrition researcher, is responsible for providing in-depth insights and analysis on supplements and superfoods. Her articles on UsefulVitamins.com delve into the benefits, potential drawbacks, and evidence-based recommendations for various supplements and superfoods. Emily's expertise in nutrition research ensures that readers receive accurate and reliable information to make informed choices about incorporating these products into their health routines.

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