Peptide Regulation and Safety

Prescribed peptides are regulated by the FDA. Peptides should be obtained only from licensed, trusted compounding pharmacies through a qualified prescriber. Unreliable peptide sources may provide products that do not contain what is advertised, creating safety risks and treatment failure. Peptides classified as biologics, including human growth hormone, cannot be compounded by a pharmacy. Regulatory classification changes can alter whether a peptide is available through compounding pharmacies. Working with a functional medicine physician supports peptide selection, route and dosing decisions, monitoring, recognition of ineffective treatment, and awareness of legal compounding availability.