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Reconstitution Guide

Turning lyophilized powder into injectable solution. The right water volume determines your concentration and every IU calculation that follows.

BAC

Bacteriostatic water only

28 days

Refrigerated shelf life

2–8°C

Storage temperature

Never

Shake — swirl only

Universal Reconstitution Steps

Set up a clean workspace

Place the peptide vial on a clean, flat surface. Wash your hands or use gloves. Have bacteriostatic water, syringe, and alcohol swabs ready.

Wipe both caps with alcohol

Swab the rubber stopper on the peptide vial and the BAC water vial. Let both air-dry for at least 10 seconds before inserting a needle.

Draw the correct water volume

See the per-vial table below for your specific vial size. On a U-100 insulin syringe: 1 mL = 100 units. Pull back to the correct mark. Use a large-bore needle (18–21 ga) for drawing BAC water if possible.

Inject slowly down the glass wall

Angle the needle so water trickles down the inside wall of the vial — never jet directly onto the powder. This protects the peptide chain from mechanical shear damage.

Swirl — do not shake

Gently roll the vial between palms until fully dissolved (30–60 sec). Shaking creates foam and can denature (break) peptide bonds. The solution should be clear; slight cloudiness is fine, visible particles or dark color = discard.

Label and refrigerate immediately

Write today's date on the vial. Refrigerate at 2–8°C (35–46°F). Discard after 28 days. Never freeze a reconstituted vial — ice crystals break peptide chains.

📐 The Concentration Math

Concentration (mcg/mL) = (Vial mg × 1000) ÷ mL water added

mcg per IU = Concentration ÷ 100 (because 1 mL = 100 IU on U-100 syringe)

Example: 5mg vial + 2mL = (5 × 1000) ÷ 2 = 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Per-Vial Reconstitution Reference

Recommended water amounts and the resulting concentration for every common vial size.

Peptide	Vial Size	Water to Add	Concentration	mcg per IU	Notes
BPC-157	2 mg	1 mL or 2 mL	2,000 or 1,000 mcg/mL	20 or 10 mcg	1 mL = better precision for small doses
BPC-157	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Most common vial
BPC-157	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	Bulk/economy size
CJC-1295 (no DAC)	2 mg	1 mL or 2 mL	2,000 or 1,000 mcg/mL	20 or 10 mcg	Often sold solo
CJC-1295 (no DAC)	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Standard solo
Ipamorelin	2 mg	1 mL or 2 mL	2,000 or 1,000 mcg/mL	20 or 10 mcg	Often sold solo
Ipamorelin	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Standard solo
CJC + Ipam Blend	10 mg (5+5)	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL each peptide	16.7 mcg each	Pre-blended = each compound 5mg
GHRP-2	2 mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL	20 mcg	High conc for small vial
GHRP-2	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Standard
GHRP-6	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Expect appetite increase
GHRP-6	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	Bulk size
Hexarelin	2 mg	1 mL or 2 mL	2,000 or 1,000 mcg/mL	20 or 10 mcg	Most potent GHRP
Hexarelin	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Standard
Sermorelin	2 mg	1 mL or 2 mL	2,000 or 1,000 mcg/mL	20 or 10 mcg	Gentle GHRH
Sermorelin	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Standard
Sermorelin	6 mg	3 mL	2,000 mcg/mL	20 mcg	Clinical vial size; clean math
Tesamorelin	2 mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL	20 mcg	Standard clinical dose = 50 IU
Tesamorelin	2 mg	2 mL	1,000 mcg/mL	10 mcg	Standard clinical dose = 100 IU
Tesamorelin	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Morning fasted only
Semaglutide (GLP-1)	5 mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL	25 mcg	Weekly injection
Semaglutide (GLP-1)	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	Weekly; higher dose range
Retatrutide	10 mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL	50 mcg	Triple agonist; weekly
Retatrutide	12 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	6,000 or 4,000 mcg/mL	60 or 40 mcg	Higher-dose vial
AOD-9604	5 mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL	25 mcg	Fat fragment; morning fasted
TB-500	2 mg	1 mL or 2 mL	2,000 or 1,000 mcg/mL	20 or 10 mcg	Connective tissue repair
TB-500	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Standard
TB-500	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	Loading protocol doses easier
Thymosin Alpha-1	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Immune modulator
Thymosin Alpha-1	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	Larger pack
PT-141	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	On-demand; 45-60 min prior
Semax	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Also available as intranasal drops
Selank	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Also available as intranasal drops
Selank	10 mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL	33.3 mcg	Bulk size
DSIP	5 mg	2 mL or 3 mL	2,500 or 1,667 mcg/mL	25 or 16.7 mcg	Evening/bedtime only
Epithalon	10 mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL	50 mcg	10-20 day course; 2-3x/year
GHK-Cu	50 mg	10 mL	5,000 mcg/mL	50 mcg	Large vial; also topical
NAD+	100 mg	1 mL (supplied)	100,000 mcg/mL	1,000 mcg	Dose in mg; IV or SQ
NAD+	500 mg	5 mL	100,000 mcg/mL	1,000 mcg	Larger vial; same concentration

What You Need

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Bacteriostatic Water (BAC)

0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative

Extends shelf life to 28 days after reconstitution. Regular sterile water spoils much faster. Available in 10 mL multi-dose vials — one bottle reconstitutes 3–5 peptide vials depending on volume used.

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Insulin Syringe U-100

100 units = 1 mL = 100 IU

Standard U-100 insulin syringe. Each unit mark = 0.01 mL. Use a fresh syringe for every draw. For doses under 10 IU, a 30-unit or 50-unit syringe gives better precision.

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Alcohol Swabs (70% IPA)

Wipe caps and injection sites

Swab rubber caps and skin before every insertion. Let dry completely (10 seconds) before inserting needle. Never touch the cleaned surface after wiping.

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Refrigerator 2–8°C

35–46°F · Never freeze reconstituted

Store immediately after mixing. Never freeze a reconstituted vial — ice crystals destroy peptide chains. Lyophilized (dry) vials can be frozen at −20°C until ready to reconstitute.

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Key Reminders

Use the correct water volume for your vial size (see table above) · Swirl, never shake · Inject water down the glass wall, not onto the powder · Label with date and contents · Refrigerate immediately · Use within 28 days · Fresh syringe for each draw · Always work with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any peptide protocol. These are research compounds.

Dosing + IU Conversion

Every table below shows exact IU (syringe units) for real vial sizes. 1 IU = 1 unit on a U-100 syringe = 0.01 mL. IU and "units" mean the same thing here.

🔢 Syringe Unit Reference

1 IU

= 0.01 mL = 1 unit on syringe

5 IU

= 0.05 mL = 5 units

10 IU

= 0.10 mL = 10 units

20 IU

= 0.20 mL = 20 units

30 IU

= 0.30 mL = 30 units

50 IU

= 0.50 mL = 50 units

100 IU

= 1.00 mL = full 100-unit syringe

150 IU

= 1.50 mL = 1.5 fills

📐 The Formula

IU = (Desired dose mcg ÷ Concentration mcg/mL) × 100

Example: Want 250 mcg from a 5mg/2mL vial (2,500 mcg/mL) → (250 ÷ 2500) × 100 = 10 IU

BPC-157

Available: 2mg · 5mg · 10mg vials

2mg vial + 1mL → 2,000 mcg/mL = 20 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	5 IU	0.05 mL	Low start
200 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	★ Common
250 mcg	12.5 IU	0.125 mL	Moderate

2mg vial + 2mL → 1,000 mcg/mL = 10 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Low start
200 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	★ Common
250 mcg	25 IU	0.25 mL	Moderate

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	4 IU	0.04 mL	Low start
200 mcg	8 IU	0.08 mL	★ Beginner
250 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Easy mark
500 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	Higher end

5mg vial + 3mL → 1,667 mcg/mL = 16.7 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL	Low start
200 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL	★ Beginner
250 mcg	15 IU	0.15 mL	Moderate
500 mcg	30 IU	0.30 mL	Higher

10mg vial + 3mL → 3,333 mcg/mL = 33.3 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	3 IU	0.03 mL	Low start
200 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL	★ Beginner
250 mcg	7.5 IU	0.075 mL	Moderate
500 mcg	15 IU	0.15 mL	Higher

CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin (Blend)

Available: 10mg blend vial (5mg each)

10mg blend vial + 3mL → 1,667 mcg/mL per peptide = 16.7 mcg each per IU

Week	Dose Each Peptide	IU	mL	Notes
Wks 1–2	100 mcg each	3 IU	0.03 mL	Start low
Wks 3–4	150 mcg each	4.5 IU	0.045 mL	Titrate up
Wks 5–6	200 mcg each	6 IU	0.06 mL	★ Beginner target
Wks 7–12	250–300 mcg each	7.5–9 IU	0.075–0.09 mL	Maintenance

CJC-1295 Solo + Ipamorelin Solo

Separate vials: 2mg or 5mg each

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	4 IU	0.04 mL	Start
200 mcg	8 IU	0.08 mL	★ Beginner
250 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Moderate
300 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL	Standard

GHRP-2

Available: 2mg · 5mg vials

2mg vial + 1mL → 2,000 mcg/mL = 20 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	5 IU	0.05 mL	Start
150 mcg	7.5 IU	0.075 mL	★ Standard
200 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Higher

5mg vial + 3mL → 1,667 mcg/mL = 16.7 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL	Start
150 mcg	9 IU	0.09 mL	★ Standard
200 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL	Higher
300 mcg	18 IU	0.18 mL	Max per dose

GHRP-6

Available: 5mg · 10mg vials · Causes significant appetite increase

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	4 IU	0.04 mL	Start (Wks 1–2)
200 mcg	8 IU	0.08 mL	★ Beginner
300 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL	Standard (Wks 5+)

10mg vial + 3mL → 3,333 mcg/mL = 33.3 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	3 IU	0.03 mL	Start
200 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL	★ Beginner
300 mcg	9 IU	0.09 mL	Standard

Hexarelin

Available: 2mg · 5mg vials · Most potent GHRP

2mg vial + 2mL → 1,000 mcg/mL = 10 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Beginner
200 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	★ Standard
300 mcg	30 IU	0.30 mL	Max per dose

5mg vial + 3mL → 1,667 mcg/mL = 16.7 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
100 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL	Beginner
200 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL	★ Standard
300 mcg	18 IU	0.18 mL	Max per dose

Sermorelin

Available: 2mg · 5mg · 6mg vials

2mg vial + 2mL → 1,000 mcg/mL = 10 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
200 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	Start
300 mcg	30 IU	0.30 mL	★ Standard
500 mcg	50 IU	0.50 mL	Advanced

6mg vial + 3mL → 2,000 mcg/mL = 20 mcg per IU (cleanest math)

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
200 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Start
300 mcg	15 IU	0.15 mL	★ Standard
500 mcg	25 IU	0.25 mL	Advanced

Tesamorelin

Available: 2mg (clinical) · 5mg vials · Morning fasted only

2mg vial + 1mL → 2,000 mcg/mL = 20 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
1,000 mcg (1mg)	50 IU	0.50 mL	★ Clinical standard

2mg vial + 2mL → 1,000 mcg/mL = 10 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
1,000 mcg (1mg)	100 IU	1.00 mL (full syringe)	★ Clinical standard

Semaglutide (GLP-1)

Available: 5mg · 10mg vials · Once weekly

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Week / Phase	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Wks 1–4	250 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	★ Start here
Month 2	500 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	Step up
Month 3+	1,000 mcg	40 IU	0.40 mL	Maintenance start
Maintenance	2,400 mcg	96 IU	0.96 mL	Upper maintenance

Retatrutide

Available: 10mg · 12mg vials · Triple agonist · Once weekly

10mg vial + 2mL → 5,000 mcg/mL = 50 mcg per IU

Week	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Wks 1–4	0.5 mg (500 mcg)	10 IU	0.10 mL	★ Start
Wks 5–8	2 mg (2,000 mcg)	40 IU	0.40 mL	Step 2
Wks 9–12	4 mg (4,000 mcg)	80 IU	0.80 mL	Step 3
Wks 13–16	6 mg (6,000 mcg)	120 IU	1.20 mL (2 draws)	Step 4
Maintenance	8–12 mg	160–240 IU	1.6–2.4 mL	Multiple draws needed

AOD-9604

Available: 5mg vial · Fat burning only

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
250 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	Beginner
500 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	★ Standard
1,000 mcg	40 IU	0.40 mL	Advanced

TB-500

Available: 2mg · 5mg · 10mg vials · High doses typical

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Phase	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Loading (2x/wk)	2,000 mcg	80 IU	0.80 mL	★ Loading
Loading high	2,500 mcg	100 IU	1.00 mL	Full syringe
Maintenance (1x/wk)	1,000–1,500 mcg	40–60 IU	0.40–0.60 mL	Weekly
Prevention	500–1,000 mcg	20–40 IU	0.20–0.40 mL	Every 2–4 wks

10mg vial + 3mL → 3,333 mcg/mL = 33.3 mcg per IU

Phase	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Loading (2x/wk)	2,000 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL	★ Loading
Loading high	2,500 mcg	75 IU	0.75 mL	Higher
Maintenance	1,000–1,500 mcg	30–45 IU	0.30–0.45 mL	Weekly

PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

Available: 10mg vial · On-demand use only

10mg vial + 3mL → 3,333 mcg/mL = 33.3 mcg per IU

Use	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Test dose	500 mcg	15 IU	0.15 mL	First use — assess tolerance
Standard	1,000–1,750 mcg	30–53 IU	0.30–0.53 mL	★ Common range
Maximum	2,000 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL	Do not exceed

Epithalon

Available: 10mg vial · 10–20 day intensive course

10mg vial + 2mL → 5,000 mcg/mL = 50 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
5,000 mcg (5mg)	100 IU	1.00 mL	★ Standard daily
10,000 mcg (10mg = 1 vial)	200 IU	2.00 mL (2 draws)	Advanced daily

Thymosin Alpha-1

Available: 5mg · 10mg vials

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
1,000 mcg	40 IU	0.40 mL	★ Standard
1,500 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL	Advanced

5mg vial + 3mL → 1,667 mcg/mL = 16.7 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
1,000 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL	★ Standard
1,500 mcg	90 IU	0.90 mL	Advanced

GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)

Available: 50mg vial

50mg vial + 10mL → 5,000 mcg/mL = 50 mcg per IU

Dose	IU	mL	Notes
1,000 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	★ Standard daily
2,000 mcg	40 IU	0.40 mL	Advanced daily

Semax + Selank

Available: 5mg (Semax) · 5mg + 10mg (Selank)

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Peptide	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Semax	200 mcg	8 IU	0.08 mL	★ Beginner
Semax	300 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL	Standard
Semax	500 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	Advanced
Selank	250 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL	★ Beginner
Selank	500 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL	Standard
Selank	750 mcg	30 IU	0.30 mL	Advanced

DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide)

Available: 5mg vial · Evening only

5mg vial + 2mL → 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg per IU

Week	Dose	IU	mL	Notes
Wk 1	100 mcg	4 IU	0.04 mL	Start low — use 30u syringe
Wk 2	150 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL	Titrate
Wk 3+	200 mcg	8 IU	0.08 mL	★ Standard
Advanced	400–500 mcg	16–20 IU	0.16–0.20 mL	Higher range

Syringe Fill Diagrams — Beginner Dose Reference

Visual reference for the most common starting doses on a 50-unit insulin syringe.

BPC-157 5mg/3mL

200 mcg = 12 IU

CJC+Ipam Blend

200 mcg each = 6 IU

TB-500 5mg/2mL

2,000 mcg = 80 IU

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Tip: Small Doses Under 10 IU

For doses under 10 IU, use a 30-unit or 50-unit insulin syringe rather than a 100-unit syringe. The graduation marks are larger and more precise. Applies to GHRP-2 (2mg), CJC+Ipam early titration (3–4.5 IU), and DSIP starting doses.

All Peptide Protocols

Full protocol guide for every peptide — vial sizes, reconstitution, dose tables, timing, cycle length, and stacking recommendations.

BPC-157

Body Protection Compound-157 · Healing, Recovery, Gut, GH Synergy

HealingGutRecovery

Repairs tendons, muscles, ligaments, and gut lining. Reduces systemic inflammation. Upregulates GH receptors on cell surfaces — stacking with any GHRP significantly amplifies GH response. Boosts nitric oxide and supports serotonin/dopamine signaling. Promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth). Effective orally for gut protocols. Controls F-actin for cellular integrity.

Routes

SQ injection · Intranasal · Oral (gut)

Timing

Morning fasted OR near injury site OR before bed

Frequency

Once daily · Advanced: twice daily

Cycle

8–12 weeks on · Equal time off

Stack

BPC-157 + TB-500 = injury recovery · BPC-157 + any GHRP = enhanced GH

Vials Available

2mg · 5mg · 10mg

Dose Tables by Vial Size

Vial	Water	Concentration	Dose	IU	mL
2mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	200 mcg	10 IU	0.10 mL
2mg	2 mL	1,000 mcg/mL · 10 mcg/IU	200 mcg	20 IU	0.20 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	200 mcg	8 IU	0.08 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	200 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	200 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	500 mcg	15 IU	0.15 mL

CJC-1295 (no DAC) + Ipamorelin

GHRH + GHRP Stack · GH, Muscle, Fat Loss, Sleep, Anti-Aging

GHMuscleFat Loss

CJC-1295 (no DAC) is a GHRH — it triggers growth hormone release from the pituitary. Ipamorelin is the gentlest GHRP — it amplifies the GH pulse without raising cortisol or prolactin. Together they create synergistic pulsatile GH release mimicking natural youth. Increases GH, IGF-1, lean mass, burns fat, improves deep sleep and recovery. Critical: No food 1 hour before OR after injection — insulin kills the GH pulse.

Route

SQ injection (abdomen or thigh)

Timing

Before bed preferred · Morning fasted works · Advanced: AM + PM split

Food Rule

NO food 1 hr before OR after — insulin suppresses GH pulse

Cycle

8–16 weeks · Titrate up every 1–2 weeks

Vials Available

Blend: 10mg (5+5) · Solo: 2mg, 5mg each

Blend Vial: 10mg + 3mL = 1,667 mcg/mL per peptide = 16.7 mcg/IU each

Week	Dose Each	IU	mL
Wks 1–2	100 mcg each	3 IU	0.03 mL
Wks 3–4	150 mcg each	4.5 IU	0.045 mL
Wks 5–6	200 mcg each	6 IU	0.06 mL
Wks 7–12	250–300 mcg each	7.5–9 IU	0.075–0.09 mL

Solo Vials: 5mg each + 2mL = 2,500 mcg/mL = 25 mcg/IU

Week	Dose Each	IU	mL
Wks 1–2	100 mcg each	4 IU	0.04 mL
Wks 5–6	200 mcg each	8 IU	0.08 mL
Wks 7–12	250–300 mcg each	10–12 IU	0.10–0.12 mL

GHRP-2

Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2 · Potent GH, Recovery, Muscle

GHRecovery

More potent GH stimulator than Ipamorelin. Does cause some cortisol and prolactin elevation. Best stacked with CJC-1295 for maximum GH pulse. Multiple daily doses amplify effect significantly. Food rule applies: empty stomach for each dose.

Frequency

2–3x daily · Empty stomach each time

Timing

No food 1 hr before or after each dose

Cycle

8–12 weeks

Stack

+ CJC-1295 for maximum GH effect

Vials Available

2mg · 5mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
2mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	100 mcg (start)	5 IU	0.05 mL
2mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	150 mcg (standard)	7.5 IU	0.075 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	100 mcg (start)	6 IU	0.06 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	150 mcg (standard)	9 IU	0.09 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	200 mcg	12 IU	0.12 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	300 mcg (max)	18 IU	0.18 mL

GHRP-6

GH Release + Appetite Stimulation · Bulking Phase

GHAppetite ↑

Older GHRP with strong GH release and significant appetite increase (ghrelin mimetic). The appetite effect is expected and intentional — best for bulking phases where caloric surplus is desired. Significant hunger 30–60 minutes post-injection. 3 daily doses spaced 4+ hours apart.

Frequency

3x daily · 4+ hours apart · Empty stomach

Food Rule

Wait 30 min before eating after injection

Cycle

8–12 weeks

Note

Significant appetite increase is expected — plan meals accordingly

Vials Available

5mg · 10mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	100 mcg (Wks 1–2)	4 IU	0.04 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	200 mcg (beginner)	8 IU	0.08 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	300 mcg (standard)	12 IU	0.12 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	200 mcg (beginner)	6 IU	0.06 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	300 mcg (standard)	9 IU	0.09 mL

Hexarelin

Most Potent GHRP · GH + Cardiac Protection

Potent GHCardiac

Most potent GHRP available. Also has direct cardiac protective effects independent of GH. Must follow strict cycling to prevent pituitary desensitization. Pair with CJC-1295 for sustained pulsatility.

Frequency

1–2x daily · Empty stomach

Timing

Morning for energy · Post-workout · OR before bed

Cycle

8 weeks ON · 4 weeks OFF (mandatory — prevents desensitization)

Stack

+ CJC-1295 (no DAC) for sustained pulsatility

Vials Available

2mg · 5mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
2mg	2 mL	1,000 mcg/mL · 10 mcg/IU	100 mcg (beginner)	10 IU	0.10 mL
2mg	2 mL	1,000 mcg/mL · 10 mcg/IU	200 mcg (standard)	20 IU	0.20 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	100 mcg (beginner)	6 IU	0.06 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	200 mcg (standard)	12 IU	0.12 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	300 mcg (max)	18 IU	0.18 mL

Sermorelin

GHRH Analog · Gentlest GH · Anti-Aging · Entry-Level

Gentle GHAnti-Aging

Oldest, gentlest GHRH analog. Does not suppress natural GH feedback loop — suitable for long-term use. Ideal entry-level GH peptide. Before-bed dosing capitalizes on natural nocturnal GH release. 3–6 month protocols common.

Timing

Before bed on empty stomach (preferred)

Cycle

3–6 months ongoing · Gentlest option for long-term use

Vials Available

2mg · 5mg · 6mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
2mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	200 mcg (start)	10 IU	0.10 mL
2mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	300 mcg (standard)	15 IU	0.15 mL
6mg	3 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	200 mcg (start)	10 IU	0.10 mL
6mg	3 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	300 mcg (standard)	15 IU	0.15 mL
6mg	3 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	500 mcg (advanced)	25 IU	0.25 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	300 mcg (standard)	12 IU	0.12 mL

Tesamorelin

GHRH Analog · Visceral Fat · IGF-1 · FDA-Approved

Fat LossFDA-Approved

FDA-approved (Egrifta). Specifically targets abdominal and visceral fat in HIV-associated lipodystrophy. Research suggests benefit for metabolic syndrome and visceral adiposity broadly. MORNING FASTED ONLY — wait 30–60 minutes before eating.

Timing

MORNING FASTED ONLY · Wait 30–60 min before eating

Cycle

Daily for 12–26 weeks

Stack

+ Ipamorelin for enhanced GH pulse · + AOD-9604 for fat loss synergy

Vials Available

2mg (clinical) · 5mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
2mg	1 mL	2,000 mcg/mL · 20 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (standard)	50 IU	0.50 mL
2mg	2 mL	1,000 mcg/mL · 10 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (standard)	100 IU	1.00 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg	40 IU	0.40 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL

GLP-1 Peptides (Semaglutide)

Metabolic · Fat Loss · Cardiovascular · Neuroprotective · Longevity

MetabolicLongevity

The "Quantum Power of GLP-1 Peptides" protocol covers this extensively — far beyond Ozempic hype. GLP-1 controls blood sugar, reduces appetite via central brain mechanisms, protects the heart, is neuroprotective (active Alzheimer's research), anti-inflammatory, and addresses heart disease, autoimmune conditions, and arthritis. Once weekly injection. Titrate slowly to avoid GI side effects. NOT cycled — ongoing protocol.

Frequency

Once weekly · Morning · Any food status

Titration

Do NOT rush dose increases — GI side effects worsen with fast escalation

Cycle

Ongoing — not cycled on/off

Vials Available

5mg · 10mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose / Phase	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	250 mcg — Wks 1–4 START	10 IU	0.10 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	500 mcg — Month 2	20 IU	0.20 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg — Month 3	40 IU	0.40 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	2,400 mcg — Maintenance	96 IU	0.96 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	250 mcg — Start	7.5 IU	0.075 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg — Month 3	30 IU	0.30 mL

Retatrutide

Triple Agonist (GLP-1 + GIP + Glucagon) · Most Potent Fat Loss · Phase 3

Triple AgonistPhase 3

Most potent weight-loss peptide in clinical research. Phase 3 trials show 22–24% total body weight reduction. Triple receptor agonist = more GI side effects than semaglutide alone — MUST titrate slowly, 4+ weeks between dose increases. Stack with NAD+ (100–200mg, 5x/week) to prevent energy crash from caloric deficit.

Frequency

Once weekly · Same day each week

Titration

Wait 4+ WEEKS between dose increases — triple receptor = more GI effects

Stack

+ NAD+ 100–200mg 5x/week to prevent energy crash

Vials Available

10mg · 12mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Phase	Dose	IU	mL
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	Wks 1–4 START	0.5–1 mg	10–20 IU	0.10–0.20 mL
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	Wks 5–8	2 mg	40 IU	0.40 mL
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	Wks 9–12	4 mg	80 IU	0.80 mL
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	Wks 13–16	6 mg	120 IU	1.20 mL (2 draws)
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	Maintenance	8–12 mg	160–240 IU	1.6–2.4 mL

AOD-9604

HGH Fragment 177-191 · Fat Burning Only · No Anabolic Effects

Fat Loss

Fragment of human growth hormone that stimulates fat breakdown (lipolysis) and inhibits fat synthesis without the blood sugar or anabolic effects of full GH. Highly targeted fat-burning mechanism. Morning fasted — wait 30–60 minutes before food or exercise.

Timing

Morning fasted · 30–60 min before food or exercise

Cycle

12–16 weeks

Stack

+ Ipamorelin · + CJC-1295 · + Tesamorelin for fat loss synergy

Vials Available

5mg only

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	250 mcg (beginner)	10 IU	0.10 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	500 mcg (standard)	20 IU	0.20 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (advanced)	40 IU	0.40 mL

TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4 Fragment)

Connective Tissue Repair · Tendon · Ligament · Systemic Anti-inflammatory

RepairAnti-inflammatory

Promotes cellular migration and proliferation in connective tissue. Repairs tendons, ligaments, and muscle. Reduces systemic inflammation. Uses a loading phase (high dose 2x/week) followed by maintenance. Doses are higher than most peptides — note that 120+ IU requires more than one 100-unit syringe fill.

2,000–2,500 mcg · 2x per week · Wks 1–4

Maintenance

1,000–1,500 mcg · Once weekly · Wks 5+

Prevention

500–1,000 mcg · Every 2–4 weeks

Stack

TB-500 + BPC-157 = gold standard injury recovery

Vials Available

2mg · 5mg · 10mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Phase	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	Loading	2,000 mcg	80 IU	0.80 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	Maintenance	1,000 mcg	40 IU	0.40 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	Loading	2,000 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	Maintenance	1,000 mcg	30 IU	0.30 mL

Thymosin Alpha-1 (Tα1)

Immune Modulation · Anti-Viral · Cancer Adjunct · Autoimmune

ImmuneAnti-Viral

Naturally occurring thymic peptide. Modulates both innate and adaptive immunity. Used in cancer adjunct protocols, viral infections, and autoimmune conditions. FDA-approved in 37 countries (not USA). 2–3x weekly dosing.

Frequency

2–3x weekly · Morning

Cycle

4–6 weeks · Can repeat

Vials Available

5mg · 10mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (standard)	40 IU	0.40 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	1,500 mcg (advanced)	60 IU	0.60 mL
5mg	3 mL	1,667 mcg/mL · 16.7 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (standard)	60 IU	0.60 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (standard)	30 IU	0.30 mL

PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

Sexual Health · Libido · Erectile Function · FDA-Approved (Vyleesi)

FDA-ApprovedOn-Demand

Works centrally via melanocortin receptors in the brain — not vascular like sildenafil (Viagra). FDA-approved as Vyleesi for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women. Also used for men with erectile dysfunction where standard ED medications are ineffective or contraindicated. Common side effects: nausea, flushing, headache — usually mild and transient.

Timing

45–60 min before sexual activity

Route

SQ abdomen or thigh

Frequency

On-demand · Max 2–3x per week · Max 8 doses/month

Vials Available

10mg only

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Use	Dose	IU	mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	Test dose (first use)	500 mcg	15 IU	0.15 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	Standard	1,000–1,750 mcg	30–53 IU	0.30–0.53 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	Maximum	2,000 mcg	60 IU	0.60 mL

Semax

Neuroprotective · Cognitive Enhancement · BDNF · Focus · Anti-Anxiety

BrainBDNF

Russian-developed ACTH analog. Dramatically increases BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor — the fertilizer for brain cells). Neuroprotective, reduces cognitive fatigue, enhances memory and focus. Intranasal preferred for direct brain delivery via nasal-brain pathway. Morning or early afternoon only — never evening as it can disrupt sleep.

Route

Intranasal (preferred) or SQ injection

Timing

Morning · Early afternoon max · NEVER evening

Cycle

2–4 weeks on · 1–3 months off · Short intensive cycles

Stack

+ Selank for focus + calm combination

Vials Available

5mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	200 mcg (beginner)	8 IU	0.08 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	300 mcg (standard)	12 IU	0.12 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	500 mcg (advanced)	20 IU	0.20 mL

Selank

Anxiolytic · Anti-Anxiety · Cognitive · Neuroprotective · No Sedation

AnxiolyticNo Sedation

Russian-developed heptapeptide. Reduces anxiety without sedation or dependency — no GABA receptor direct agonism. Enhances memory and information processing. Modulates GABA, serotonin, and dopamine. Ideal for high-performance cognitive protocols combined with Semax.

Route

Intranasal (preferred) or SQ injection

Timing

Morning · Can split AM and early afternoon

Cycle

2–4 weeks on

Stack

+ Semax for balanced focus + calm nootropic stack

Vials Available

5mg · 10mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	250 mcg (beginner)	10 IU	0.10 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	500 mcg (standard)	20 IU	0.20 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	750 mcg (advanced)	30 IU	0.30 mL
10mg	3 mL	3,333 mcg/mL · 33.3 mcg/IU	500 mcg (standard)	15 IU	0.15 mL

DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide)

Sleep Architecture · Deep Sleep · Cortisol Modulation · Stress Response

SleepCortisol

Naturally occurring neuropeptide. Promotes deep delta-wave sleep architecture. Modulates cortisol and ACTH. Effects may persist multiple nights after a single dose — titrate slowly. Evening-only — never morning. Use a 30-unit or 50-unit syringe for precise small doses.

Timing

Evening before bed ONLY

Cycle

4–8 weeks · Effects persist multiple nights — start very low

Syringe

Use 30-unit or 50-unit syringe for doses under 10 IU

Vials Available

5mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Week	Dose	IU	mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	Wk 1	100 mcg	4 IU	0.04 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	Wk 2	150 mcg	6 IU	0.06 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	Wk 3+	200 mcg (standard)	8 IU	0.08 mL
5mg	2 mL	2,500 mcg/mL · 25 mcg/IU	Advanced	400–500 mcg	16–20 IU	0.16–0.20 mL

Epithalon (Epithalamin)

Telomere Lengthening · Longevity · Pineal Gland · Anti-Aging

TelomeresLongevity

Activates telomerase — the enzyme that lengthens telomeres (the DNA protective caps that shorten with each cell division and aging). Regulates circadian rhythm. Increases melatonin. Anti-tumor properties in research. Short intensive courses only — NOT for daily long-term supplementation. 2–3 courses per year.

Timing

Any consistent time · SQ or IM injection

Cycle

10–20 consecutive daily doses · 2–3 times per year ONLY

Warning

Do NOT use daily long-term — intensive short courses only

Vials Available

10mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	5,000 mcg (5mg) daily	100 IU	1.00 mL
10mg	2 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	10,000 mcg (full vial)	200 IU	2.00 mL (2 draws)

GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)

Skin · Collagen · Wound Healing · Anti-Aging · Neuroprotection

SkinCollagen

Naturally occurring tripeptide-copper complex. Stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis, accelerates wound healing, powerfully anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, supports DNA repair. Available as injectable and topical. Topical serums and creams also effective for skin application.

Route

SQ injection OR topical serum/cream

Frequency

Daily or every other day

Cycle

4–8 weeks

Vials Available

50mg

Vial	Water	Conc · mcg/IU	Dose	IU	mL
50mg	10 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	1,000 mcg (standard)	20 IU	0.20 mL
50mg	10 mL	5,000 mcg/mL · 50 mcg/IU	2,000 mcg (advanced)	40 IU	0.40 mL

NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide)

Cellular Energy · Mitochondria · Sirtuins · DNA Repair · Anti-Aging

EnergyLongevityDNA Repair

Critical coenzyme for mitochondrial function — powers the Redox Balance framework. Declines 50%+ by age 60. Activates sirtuins (longevity genes), enables DNA repair, drives ATP production. IV infusion is most potent (clinic setting); SQ or IM injectable available for home use. Oral precursors NMN/NR also effective.

Route

SQ or IM injection (home) · IV infusion (clinic)

50–200 mg · 3–5x per week · Wks 1–8

Maintenance

50–100 mg · 1–2x per week

Retatrutide Stack

100–200 mg · 5x/week to prevent energy crash from caloric deficit

Oral Alt

NMN 250–500 mg/day OR NR 300–500 mg/day

Vials Available

100mg · 500mg

Vial	Route	Dose	Frequency	Phase
100mg	SQ/IM	100 mg	3–5x per week	Loading (Wks 1–8)
100mg	SQ/IM	50–100 mg	1–2x per week	Maintenance
500mg	SQ/IM	100–200 mg	5x per week	Retatrutide stack

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Disclaimer

All peptides listed are research compounds. Always work with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any peptide protocol. These are not FDA-approved for the uses described above (except where noted). Protocols are for educational reference only.

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