Peptide Legal Status in California
Enhanced state-level restrictions on compounding and distribution. California's Board of Pharmacy imposes strict compounding oversight with additional state licensing requirements. The state has actively enforced against unlicensed peptide sales and requires stricter labeling and testing standards.
Key Facts
California Regulatory Details
Peptide Availability in California
| Peptide | FDA Status | Evidence | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPC-157 | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4) | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| GHK-Cu | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| Ipamorelin | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| CJC-1295 | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| Sermorelin | Approved | A | Available by Rx |
| Tesamorelin | Approved | A | Available by Rx |
| Bremelanotide (PT-141) | Approved | A | Available by Rx |
| Semaglutide | Approved | A | Available by Rx |
| Tirzepatide | Approved | A | Available by Rx |
| AOD-9604 | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide) | Not Approved | D | Restricted |
| Epithalon (Epitalon) | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| Selank | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| Semax | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| GHRP-2 | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| GHRP-6 | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| Hexarelin | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| Melanotan II | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| LL-37 | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| Thymalin | Not Approved | C | Restricted |
| KPV | Not Approved | D | Restricted |
| Liraglutide | Approved | A | Available by Rx |
| Retatrutide | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
| Survodutide | Not Approved | B | Restricted |
Peptides in California: FAQ
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