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The Human Tripeptide GHK Cu in Prevention of Oxidative Stress and Degenerative Conditions of Aging
Under 503A, a licensed pharmacy may compound a preparation from approved bulk ingredients with a valid prescription, even if the resulting compound lacks its own FDA approval
However, Partnership for Safe Medicines Executive Director Shabbir Imber Safdar stated that these votes are a serious setback for patient safety," adding that the Pharmaceutical Compounding Advisory Committee voted to advance substances that FDAs own scientists flagged as lacking adequate evidence of safety, efficacy, or quality
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper complex composed of the tripeptide GHK bound to a copper(II) ion