
Urolithin A
Also known as Mitopure, UA; made by gut bacteria from ellagitannins
Price range: €35 through €83
Discussed for: Mitochondrial quality, muscle endurance.
Sequence: not listed. Modified or non-standard residues are left out on purpose.
Editorial 1 to 10 estimates from published research, not measured values. How to read these
01 / Identity
What it is
Urolithin A is a small molecule (gut metabolite), not a peptide. Main reported uses: mitochondrial quality, muscle endurance. Current status: supplement (US GRAS); not a drug.
- Molecule type
- Small molecule (gut metabolite), not a peptide
- How it is taken
- Oral
- Other names
- Mitopure, UA; made by gut bacteria from ellagitannins
Route only. This library does not publish doses or protocols.
02 / Mechanism
How it is thought to work
Triggers mitophagy, clearing out damaged mitochondria
03 / Potential benefits
What people use it for
Mitochondrial quality, muscle endurance
Moderate human evidence
Some human trials exist, but they are smaller, shorter or mixed.
Listed uses are what people use it for, not proven outcomes.
04 / Known risks
Side effects and risks
Generally well tolerated; mild GI effects
Risk level 1 of 10
Lower risk score: reported side effects are mostly mild. Low risk is not no risk, especially for unregulated products.
Unknown long-term effects count as a risk, not as a clean record.
05 / Regulatory
Regulatory status
- Status
- Cosmetic or supplement
- Details
- Supplement (US GRAS); not a drug
- Sport (WADA)
- Not listed
Status reflects information up to mid-2026 and changes over time. Check current sources.
06 / Evidence quality
How good is the evidence?
Moderate: several human RCTs in muscle function
07 / Notes and sources
Notes and sources
- Not technically a peptide. It is listed because it is often sold or discussed alongside peptides.
- Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements with medicines.
- Source: Peptide Reference Table, an editorial review of published research up to mid-2026. Scores are 1 to 10 editorial estimates, not measured values. Regulatory and WADA status change over time.
Educational information only. Not medical advice. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before using any compound.
Your history