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Relamorelin TFA (RM-131 TFA; BIM-28131 TFA)

Cat No.:V75367 Purity: ≥98%
Relamorelin (RM-131) TFA, a auxin analog, is a selective ghrelin/growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR) agonist/activator with a Ki of 0.42 for the GHS-1a receptor.
Relamorelin TFA (RM-131 TFA; BIM-28131 TFA)
Relamorelin TFA (RM-131 TFA; BIM-28131 TFA) Chemical Structure CAS No.: 2863659-22-5
Product category: GHSR
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Other Forms of Relamorelin TFA (RM-131 TFA; BIM-28131 TFA):

  • Relamorelin acetate (RM-131 acetate; BIM-28131 acetate)
  • Relamorelin (TFA)
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Product Description
Relamorelin (RM-131) TFA, a auxin analog, is a selective ghrelin/growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR) agonist/activator with a Ki of 0.42 for the GHS-1a receptor. nM. Relamorelin TFA is a pentapeptide with centrally penetrating properties. Relamorelin TFA increases growth hormone levels and accelerates gastric emptying, with potential for research into cachexia, gastroparesis, and gastric/intestinal motility disorders.
Relamorelin TFA (also known as RM-131 TFA and BIM-28131 TFA) is a potent and selective pentapeptide ghrelin analog and agonist of the growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR-1a). It has been investigated as a potential therapeutic for conditions like diabetic gastroparesis, as it centrally penetrates and stimulates growth hormone release and gastric emptying.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Ki: 0.42 nM (GHS-1a)[1]
Targets the ghrelin/growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR-1a) with high affinity, exhibiting a Ki of 0.42 nM, which is nearly three times higher than that of native ghrelin (Ki = 1.12 nM). It is a selective agonist, mimicking the effects of the endogenous hormone ghrelin on appetite, growth hormone release, and gastrointestinal motility.
ln Vitro
The affinity of relamorelin (RM-131) TFA for GHS-1a is almost three times higher than that of native ghrelin (Ki=1.12 nM; Ki=0.42 nM). In vitro calcium mobilization testing revealed that relamorelin TFA is six times more effective (EC50=0.71 nM) than native ghrelin (EC50=4.2 nM) at activating the GHS -1a receptor[1].
In vitro, Relamorelin TFA potently activates GHSR-1a. Calcium mobilization assays reveal that Relamorelin is six times more effective than native ghrelin in activating the GHS-1a receptor, with an EC50 of 0.71 nM compared to ghrelin‘s EC50 of 4.2 nM. This superior potency is a key feature distinguishing it from the endogenous ligand.
ln Vivo
Body mass and fat mass loss are lessened by relamorelin (RM-131; 50–500 nmol/kg/day; sc; continuous infusion for 5 days) TFA. Rats given relamorelin (500 nmol/kg/day; continuous infusion for 5 days) TFA eat more and gain more weight[1]. A single SC dose of RM-131 (250–500 nmol/kg) TFA increases acute food intake in wt mice, but not in GHR-KO mice.
In vivo, Relamorelin TFA effectively increases body weight and food intake in animal models. In rats, continuous subcutaneous infusion of 500 nmol/kg/day for five days resulted in increased food consumption and weight gain. It also lessened the loss of body mass and fat mass in a rat model of cancer cachexia, demonstrating its potential to counteract wasting syndromes.
Enzyme Assay
No cell-free enzyme data is applicable, as Relamorelin targets a GPCR. Standard radioligand binding assays for GHSR-1a are performed using membranes from cells that overexpress the receptor. These are incubated with a radiolabeled ghrelin analog and various concentrations of Relamorelin to determine its binding affinity (Ki). These assays are cell-based but can be considered receptor binding studies.
Cell Assay
Functional agonism is assessed in cells expressing the GHSR-1a receptor using calcium mobilization assays. Cells are loaded with a calcium-sensitive fluorescent dye, then treated with varying concentrations of Relamorelin. The resulting change in fluorescence is measured to calculate the agonist‘s potency (EC50) and efficacy. This confirms that the compound activates the receptor.
Animal Protocol
Animal/Disease Models: F344/NTacfBR male rats implanted with tumor[1]
Doses: 50, 500 nmol/kg/day
Route of Administration: SC; continuous infusion at a rate of 0.5 μL/h for 5 d
Experimental Results: Resulted in an increase in food intake (tumor/saline 41.4 g, tumor/BIM-28131 72.5 g) and weight gain (tumor/saline -10.3%, tumor/BIM-28131 +19.5%).
In the rat cancer cachexia model, F344/NTacfBR male rats are implanted with a tumor. Relamorelin is administered at doses of 50 and 500 nmol/kg/day via subcutaneous continuous infusion at a rate of 0.5 microL/h for 5 days. Key endpoints include measuring food intake and body weight daily. At the end of the study, body composition (fat and lean mass) is analyzed.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Detailed PK data for Relamorelin is available from its clinical trials. As a pentapeptide, it has low oral bioavailability and is administered via subcutaneous injection. In humans, it has a relatively short half-life (approximately 1-2 hours) and is rapidly cleared. These properties make it suitable for acute administration to stimulate gastric emptying.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Relamorelin has been evaluated in Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical trials for diabetic gastroparesis. No significant safety issues were reported in these trials; it was generally well-tolerated. The most common side effects were mild and included injection site reactions, headache, and diarrhea. Importantly, it was not associated with the significant increases in blood glucose seen with other ghrelin agonists.
References

[1]. Ghrelin treatment causes increased food intake and retention of lean body mass in a rat model of cancer cachexia. Endocrinology. 2007 Jun;148(6):3004-12.

[2]. The Pentapeptide RM-131 Promotes Food Intake and Adiposity in Wildtype Mice but Not in Mice Lacking the Ghrelin Receptor. Front Nutr. 2015 Jan 12;1:31.

[3]. Relamorelin and other ghrelin receptor agonists - future options for gastroparesis, functional dyspepsia and proton pump inhibitors-resistant non-erosive reflux disease. J Physiol Pharmacol. 2017 Dec;68(6):797-805.

[4]. Nausea and Vomiting in 2021: A Comprehensive Update. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2021 Apr 1;55(4):279-299.

[5]. Relamorelin for the treatment of gastrointestinal motility disorders. Expert Opin Investig Drugs. 2017 Oct;26(10):1189-1197.

Additional Infomation
Relamorelin is an investigational drug that has undergone clinical trials but has not yet received regulatory approval for any indication. It was previously under development by Allergan (now AbbVie) for diabetic gastroparesis. While it showed promise in early trials, a Phase 3 program was discontinued. It remains a potent and highly useful research tool for studying GHSR-1a biology.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C45H51F3N8O7S
Molecular Weight
904.996059656143
Exact Mass
904.355
CAS #
2863659-22-5
Related CAS #
Relamorelin;661472-41-9;Relamorelin acetate;1809080-14-5
PubChem CID
162641838
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
9
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
13
Rotatable Bond Count
15
Heavy Atom Count
64
Complexity
1480
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
3
SMILES
C(C1=CNC2=CC=CC=C12)[C@H](C(=O)N[C@@H](CC1C=CC=CC=1)C(=O)NC1(CCNCC1)C(=O)N)NC(=O)[C@H](NC(C1CCNCC1)=O)CC1=CSC2=CC=CC=C12.C(F)(F)(F)C(=O)O
InChi Key
YKEWFQMJVBJGEJ-GTKQDQPASA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C43H50N8O5S.C2HF3O2/c44-42(56)43(16-20-46-21-17-43)51-41(55)34(22-27-8-2-1-3-9-27)49-39(53)35(23-29-25-47-33-12-6-4-10-31(29)33)50-40(54)36(48-38(52)28-14-18-45-19-15-28)24-30-26-57-37-13-7-5-11-32(30)37;3-2(4,5)1(6)7/h1-13,25-26,28,34-36,45-47H,14-24H2,(H2,44,56)(H,48,52)(H,49,53)(H,50,54)(H,51,55);(H,6,7)/t34-,35+,36+;/m0./s1
Chemical Name
4-[[(2S)-2-[[(2R)-2-[[(2R)-3-(1-benzothiophen-3-yl)-2-(piperidine-4-carbonylamino)propanoyl]amino]-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoyl]amino]-3-phenylpropanoyl]amino]piperidine-4-carboxamide;2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

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Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
H2O: 100 mg/mL (110.50 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: 50 mg/mL (55.25 mM) in PBS (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution; with sonication.

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1 mM 1.1050 mL 5.5249 mL 11.0497 mL
5 mM 0.2210 mL 1.1050 mL 2.2099 mL
10 mM 0.1105 mL 0.5525 mL 1.1050 mL

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