Ghrelin
endogenous
What it isGastric peptide stimulating appetite and growth hormone release.
Why this oneIt is the only known circulating orexigenic hormone, so it is the target for cachexia therapy.
What limits itIts rise after weight loss is part of why lost weight is regained.
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskEndogenous or dietary; no boxed warning applies
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Mechanism of action: Ghrelin ballicule
