SS-31 Peptide Dosage: Research Protocol

Research reference · Updated September 2026 · ~6 min read

SS-31, also known as elamipretide, is a mitochondria-targeting peptide studied for its effect on cellular energy. This guide collects the dosing ranges reported in research into a reference chart. Figures are research-reported and not dosing advice.

What makes SS-31 different

Most peptides act on receptors at the cell surface. SS-31 is unusual because it targets the inner mitochondrial membrane, where it interacts with a lipid called cardiolipin. That focus on the mitochondria, the energy factories of the cell, is why it is studied for conditions and contexts involving energy metabolism.

ContextReported doseFrequency
Lower research range5 mgOnce daily
Common research range10 mgOnce daily
Cycle length4 to 8 weeksthen reassess

SS-31 is given subcutaneously and dosed in milligrams. Convert your target into syringe units with the dosage calculator for your vial and water volume.

Clinical note: elamipretide has been studied in formal clinical trials for mitochondrial and cardiac conditions, which gives SS-31 more human research context than many peptides, though it is still not an approved consumer product.

Handling and timing

SS-31 is reconstituted and handled like other subcutaneous peptides. See the reconstitution guide for method. Protocols often place the dose in the morning. Related mitochondrial and metabolic peptides are covered across the protocol library.

Accuracy first

As with any milligram-dosed peptide, consistent measurement is the priority. A chart is a reference point, not a substitute for drawing the same accurate dose each time.

Convert SS-31 doses

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⚠️ RESEARCH USE ONLY: This content is for educational and research purposes only. Peptides discussed are not approved for human consumption. Nothing here is medical advice. Consult qualified professionals.