Immune Response & Gut Health
KPV
Explored in anti-inflammatory signaling
An anti-inflammatory peptide used to support gut health, skin calm, and immune balance — derived from a natural anti-inflammatory hormone fragment (α-MSH).
Overview
KPV is a tripeptide fragment (Lys-Pro-Val) corresponding to the C-terminal anti-inflammatory tail of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. It is studied in the context of NF-κB signaling, gut inflammation models, and skin inflammation. The clinical evidence base is almost entirely pre-clinical, with no completed human randomized trials in IBD or dermatologic indications.
Evidence: primarily pre-clinical / limited human data
In consultation, clients often ask
The pre-clinical signal in gut and skin inflammation and where human data is missing.
How KPV is sometimes discussed alongside, not instead of, standard care.
Regulatory & sourcing
Not FDA-approved. Currently being evaluated by the FDA Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee for the 503A bulks list (July 23–24, 2026 meeting). Sourcing and applicability are determined with the nurse practitioner.
References
Brzoska T, et al. α-MSH related peptides: a new class of anti-inflammatory and immunomodulating drugs. PMC2095288.
Getting SJ, et al. Dissection of the anti-inflammatory effect of the core and C-terminal (KPV) α-MSH peptides. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. PMID 12750433.
Please read
Peptide therapy at Jaed Aesthetics is offered as a private wellness consultation service. None of the peptides discussed on this menu are FDA-approved for the wellness areas described, and some are investigational or available only through compounding pharmacies operating under FDA Sections 503A or 503B. Several peptides on this menu have primarily pre-clinical or animal evidence and limited published human data; we note this honestly under each entry. Any decision to proceed, the specific peptide selected, route of administration, dosing, monitoring, and pricing are determined one-on-one with our nurse practitioner during consultation. Nothing on this page constitutes medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment recommendation.
By consultation
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Pricing, availability, and treatment plans are determined one-on-one. Bring your goals — we'll work the plan from there.