Mitochondrial

SS-31

A mitochondria-targeting peptide studied for cellular energy and disease.

What is SS-31?

SS-31 (elamipretide) is a peptide that concentrates in the inner mitochondrial membrane, where it interacts with cardiolipin to support mitochondrial function. It has been studied in mitochondrial and age-related diseases.

Also known as: Elamipretide, MTP-131

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How SS-31 is studied

SS-31 (elamipretide) is a peptide that concentrates in the inner mitochondrial membrane, where it interacts with cardiolipin to help stabilize mitochondrial structure and energy production. It has been studied in mitochondrial, cardiac, and age-related diseases.

Commonly researched for

Mitochondrial functionCardiac & muscle studiesAge-related disease

Research status

Human clinical trials for several conditions — investigational.

Important considerations

Investigational and not approved. Studied under clinical protocols.

View published research on PubMed

SS-31 — frequently asked questions

Mitochondrial function, cardiac and muscle studies, and age-related disease. It has been evaluated in human clinical trials.

It targets the inner mitochondrial membrane and interacts with cardiolipin, supporting mitochondrial energy production in research.

No. It is investigational, studied under clinical protocols, and not approved.

This page is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation to use any compound. It contains no dosing or purchase information. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before considering any peptide.