What is KPV?
KPV is a three-amino-acid fragment (lysine-proline-valine) of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. Research interest centers on its inflammatory signaling activity, particularly in gastrointestinal and dermatologic contexts.
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KPV
The C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-MSH, studied for inflammatory modulation without the pigmentary effects of the parent hormone.
- Format
- 50mg vial — 10mg/mL, 5mL injectable
- Price
- $220 per vial
- Route
- Injectable
- Evidence level
- Preclinical
- Regulatory status
- Compounded
- Testing
- Provider Determines Testing
Pricing reflects the compounded preparation and doctor review. Final therapy and dosing are determined only after your intake is reviewed.
Overview
Understanding KPV
Format & administration
Prescribed as a daily subcutaneous injection.
Testing posture
Your doctor determines the final testing requirements for KPV after reviewing your intake. The panels below are what is commonly reviewed for this therapy — they are educational guidance, not a fixed requirement.
How it works
How KPV works
- 01Preclinical work suggests KPV may act intracellularly on inflammatory transcription pathways in epithelial and immune cells, which is why it is often discussed for mucosal tissue rather than systemic immunosuppression.
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What has been studied
Potential applications and evidence
These areas are commonly discussed within wellness-focused protocols. They are educational statements, not medical claims or guarantees of outcome.
Explored within gut-focused wellness protocols
Discussed for inflammatory skin concerns
Potential support for immune balance
Frequently paired with BPC-157 for gut protocols
Doctor-guided
A personalized approach
Your doctor determines the final testing requirements for KPV after reviewing your intake. The panels below are what is commonly reviewed for this therapy — they are educational guidance, not a fixed requirement.
Bloodwork status: Provider Determines Testing
Commonly reviewed at baseline
- CBC
- Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
- hs-CRP
Follow-up & monitoring
Symptom-led follow-up. Inflammatory markers may be repeated if they were abnormal before starting.
Medication review
Your doctor reviews all prescriptions, supplements, and over-the-counter medications during intake before anything is prescribed.
Format & dosing
Prescribed as a daily subcutaneous injection.
Safety
What patients should know
- Compounded medication, not FDA-approved. Review autoimmune conditions and immunosuppressive medications with your doctor before starting.
Who may not be a candidate
- Pregnancy or nursing
- Active malignancy without oncology clearance
- Known hypersensitivity to the preparation
Regulatory status: Compounded. Evidence level: Preclinical. Eligibility, dosing, laboratory requirements, and follow-up care are determined exclusively by a licensed doctor after review of your history.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
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