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KPV

Lys-Pro-Val, alpha-MSH(11-13)

Tier 4 · Preclinical Only
Class
Anti-inflammatory tripeptide
Molecular target
Intracellular; PepT1 transport; NF-kB pathway
Sequence / structure
Lys-Pro-Val
Evidence tier
Tier 4 — Preclinical Only
Category
Tissue Repair & Cytoprotection

Biology & mechanism

The C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. It retains anti-inflammatory activity while lacking the melanocortin-receptor pigmentary effects of the parent hormone. Evidence suggests uptake via the PepT1 transporter in intestinal epithelium and intracellular interference with NF-kB signalling, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokine transcription.

What the research actually shows

Preclinical only. Rodent colitis models report reduced inflammation. Interest exists for inflammatory bowel conditions. No human trials establish efficacy.

Regulatory status

Not FDA-approved.

Safety signals

No meaningful human safety data.

No usage guidance is published here

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References & further reading

Regulatory status changes. This page reflects our reading of public sources as of July 2026 and should be independently verified before it is relied upon.

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