Peptide
SS-31 (Elamipretide)
Mitochondrial cardiolipin protector
A cell-penetrating peptide that targets and protects cardiolipin in mitochondria. Improves mitochondrial function in aging and disease.
Mechanisms
- Cardiolipin stabilization
- Mitochondrial efficiency
- ROS reduction
- ATP optimization
Dosing
Typical dose
10–40mg
Timing
Daily or every other day dosing. Targets mitochondrial dysfunction.
Synergies
Research
RCT2018
Elamipretide in patients with primary mitochondrial myopathy
Karaa A et al·Neurology
SS-31 improved 6-minute walk test in patients with mitochondrial myopathy