CJC-1295 (No DAC)

PEPTIDES

Sermorelin is a synthetic 29-amino acid peptide corresponding to the first 29 residues of naturally occurring growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH).

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CJC-1295 (No DAC) Research Peptide Overview

CJC-1295 (No DAC) is a modified growth hormone-releasing hormone analog engineered with amino acid substitutions that confer resistance to dipeptidyl peptidase-IV (DPP-IV) enzymatic degradation. This research peptide binds to the GHRH receptor on pituitary somatotroph cells, providing a sustained stimulus for studying GH axis dynamics with extended signaling duration compared to native GHRH fragments.

What Is CJC-1295 (No DAC)?

CJC-1295 without Drug Affinity Complex (No DAC) is a 30-amino acid synthetic analog of GHRH(1-29) with four amino acid substitutions at positions 2, 8, 15, and 27. These modifications were specifically engineered to protect the peptide from cleavage by DPP-IV, a serine exopeptidase that rapidly degrades native GHRH in circulation. The result is a research peptide with an extended functional half-life that maintains full agonist activity at the GHRH receptor. Like endogenous GHRH, CJC-1295 (No DAC) activates the Gs-coupled GHRH receptor, stimulating adenylyl cyclase, cAMP production, and downstream PKA activation in somatotroph cells. Published studies have shown that CJC-1295 analogs produce sustained elevations in GH and IGF-1 levels in preclinical models compared to unmodified GHRH fragments (Teichman et al., Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2006). Researchers use this peptide to study prolonged GH axis stimulation, the pharmacokinetic impact of DPP-IV resistance, and the downstream metabolic effects of sustained GH elevation.

CJC-1295 (No DAC) Mechanism of Action in Research

CJC-1295 (No DAC) binds the GHRH receptor with comparable affinity to native GHRH(1-29), activating the Gs/adenylyl cyclase/cAMP/PKA cascade. The key mechanistic distinction lies in its DPP-IV resistance: substitutions at Ala2, Gln8, Ala15, and Leu27 prevent the N-terminal cleavage that normally inactivates GHRH within minutes. This results in prolonged receptor stimulation and sustained cAMP signaling in somatotroph cells. Downstream, PKA-mediated CREB phosphorylation drives GH gene transcription, while calcium channel activation promotes GH vesicle release. Research has demonstrated that the extended signaling window amplifies total GH output per pulse without disrupting the underlying pulsatile secretion pattern, making this peptide valuable for studying dose-duration relationships in GH axis pharmacology.

Key Research Applications & Findings

  • Sustained GH Axis Stimulation: Research has shown that CJC-1295 (No DAC) produces prolonged GH elevation compared to native GHRH, enabling study of extended pituitary stimulation dynamics.
  • DPP-IV Resistance Pharmacology: Investigators use CJC-1295 as a model compound to study how amino acid substitutions affect peptide stability and resistance to enzymatic degradation.
  • IGF-1 Pathway Studies: Preclinical models have examined the downstream effects of sustained GH release on hepatic IGF-1 production and systemic growth factor signaling.
  • Synergistic GH Release: Published research has investigated combinatorial approaches using CJC-1295 with ghrelin-mimetic peptides to study additive effects on GH secretion.

CJC-1295 (No DAC) Compared with Related Peptides

Unlike Sermorelin, which closely mimics the native GHRH(1-29) sequence with a short half-life, CJC-1295 (No DAC) incorporates DPP-IV-resistant substitutions for extended activity. Tesamorelin is another GHRH analog but retains the full 44-amino acid sequence with a trans-3-hexenoic acid modification. Researchers select among these analogs based on whether their experimental design requires acute, sustained, or structurally distinct GHRH receptor stimulation.

Related products in the Axiom Research Supply catalog: Sermorelin, Ipamorelin, Tesamorelin.

Research & Handling Guidelines

Reconstitute in bacteriostatic water or sterile saline. Store reconstituted peptide at 2–8°C and use within 30 days. Lyophilized powder should be stored at -20°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Why Choose Axiom Research Supply?

Axiom Research Supply provides CJC-1295 (No DAC) at ≥98% (HPLC verified), verified through independent HPLC analysis with third-party testing documentation. Every batch undergoes rigorous quality control including identity confirmation, purity assessment, and endotoxin testing. Our peptides are properly lyophilized and shipped with cold-chain protocols to maintain stability from production to your laboratory. Axiom Research Supply is committed to advancing metabolic peptide science with precision, reproducibility, and dedicated research support. Access our educational resources including the Axiom Research Supply Metabolic Peptide Research eBook for comprehensive scientific background.

Product Name CJC-1295 (No DAC)
Available Sizes Multiple dosage options available — see product listing
CAS Number 863288-34-0
Molecular Formula C152H252N44O42
Molecular Weight 3367.97 g/mol
Purity ≥98% (HPLC verified)
Physical Form Lyophilized Powder
Storage Store at -20°C, protect from light and moisture
Peptide Class Modified GHRH Analog (DPP-IV Resistant)
Key Receptor Targets GHRH Receptor (GHRH-R)
Research Applications GHRH receptor signaling, sustained GH axis stimulation, DPP-IV resistance studies, somatotroph cell models
CJC-1295 (No DAC) is used to study sustained GHRH receptor activation, DPP-IV-resistant peptide pharmacology, and extended GH axis stimulation in preclinical models.
The No DAC version lacks the Drug Affinity Complex, a maleimido modification that enables covalent albumin binding. Without DAC, the peptide has a shorter duration of action, offering more controlled experimental dosing windows.
CJC-1295 (No DAC) targets the GHRH receptor (GHRH-R), the same receptor activated by endogenous growth hormone-releasing hormone.
Store lyophilized CJC-1295 (No DAC) at -20°C, protected from light. Reconstituted peptide should be refrigerated at 2–8°C.
CJC-1295 (No DAC) from Axiom Research Supply is for research use only. It is not intended for human use and is not FDA-approved for any medical application.

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