SS-31

At a glance

Approved in 2025 for one rare disease. Unproven in healthy people. Evidence grade A / B on an A-to-D scale.

Reported practice from trials and the community, not a recommendation for anyone.

What is SS-31 used for?

Researchers have studied SS-31 for mitochondrial repair, cellular energy, heart function, and more. In plain terms: As you age, your cells' engines break down and you lose energy. SS-31 is like a mechanic that fixes each cell's engine from the inside.

Is SS-31 FDA-approved?

Yes, as of 2025, for Barth syndrome, a rare inherited mitochondrial disease. Its use for general aging or performance is unproven.

How is SS-31 usually taken?

The commonly reported pattern is under the skin, daily, for 4 to 8 weeks. That describes reported practice from trials and the community. It is not a recommendation for anyone, and several of these compounds interact with common medications.

How strong is the evidence for SS-31?

Grade A / B on this site's A-to-D scale. A means approved as a medicine somewhere, with large controlled trials behind that use. Approved in 2025 for one rare disease. Unproven in healthy people.

Is SS-31 banned in drug-tested sport?

It is not specifically listed by the World Anti-Doping Agency, but tested athletes should check the current list and their federation's rules, since related compounds and blends often are.

How long does SS-31 stay in the body?

The half-life, the time for half a dose to leave the body, is about ~2.5 hours. A short half-life means it wears off fast and is taken more often; a long one means once a week can be enough. Stored as a dry powder it keeps for months in the fridge; once mixed with water it is used within a few weeks.