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GHK-Cu

Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper complex

Copper-binding tripeptide studied for skin and hair follicle signaling.

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Estimated Monthly Cost
Starting at$219/month
Final pricing is determined by your individualized treatment plan, dosage, laboratory requirements, and provider recommendations.
Quick Answer

GHK-Cu is Copper-binding tripeptide studied for skin and hair follicle signaling. Whether it is appropriate depends on your medical history, goals, current medications, and testing — evaluated by a licensed VidaVital Medical provider during a live consultation. Educational content only; not medical advice.

Key Takeaways
  • GHK-Cu is available as a compounded prescription (not FDA-approved).
  • Your provider determines whether testing is needed.
  • Providers may evaluate it in aesthetic.
  • A licensed VidaVital provider must complete a live consultation before any treatment is prescribed.

What is it?

Copper-binding tripeptide studied for skin and hair follicle signaling. A licensed provider reviews suitability, monitoring, and any needed testing during a live consultation.

What may it support?

  • Skin research
  • Hair follicle research

Where might it fit?

beginner pathwayintermediate pathwayaesthetic

Bloodwork & monitoring

Baseline status
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The provider determines follow-up cadence individually.
The provider determines final requirements.

Potential side effects

  • Injection-site reaction
  • Mild GI discomfort
  • Rare allergic reaction

Who may not be a candidate?

  • • Pregnancy
  • • Active malignancy without oncology clearance

Drug interactions

  • • Providers review all medications during consultation

Regulatory disclosures

This may be provided as a compounded prescription medication. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and have not undergone FDA premarket review for safety, effectiveness, manufacturing quality, or consistency.

Speak With a Licensed Medical Provider

If you're interested in learning whether peptide therapy may be appropriate for your health goals, schedule a consultation with a licensed VidaVital Medical provider. Your provider will review your medical history, discuss available treatment options, and determine whether any therapy is appropriate for your individual needs.

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A licensed VidaVital Medical provider must complete a live video consultation before determining whether this treatment is medically appropriate.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need bloodwork first?
Your provider decides during your live consultation.
Will VidaVital prescribe this to me?
Only if a licensed provider determines it is medically appropriate after a full evaluation.

Sources

  • Provider-reviewed clinical summary — reviewed 2026-01-15 by VidaVital Medical

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The information on this website is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or a prescription. Treatment eligibility, medication selection, dosing, laboratory requirements, and follow-up care are determined exclusively by a licensed medical provider after a live consultation and review of the patient's medical history.