Steroid
Human Growth Hormone
HGH, Somatropin, rHGH
Prescription (Rx)Extensive Human DataInjection (SubQ or IM)
Half-life
~3-5 hours
Common dose
1-4 IU/day
How it works
Recombinant form of endogenous growth hormone. Stimulates IGF-1 production, promotes lipolysis, increases protein synthesis, and supports collagen production throughout the body.
Commonly used for
Anti-agingBody compositionRecoveryPerformance
Potential benefits
- Gold standard for anti-aging and body composition
- Reduces body fat while increasing lean mass
- Improves skin, hair, and connective tissue quality
- Dramatically improves sleep quality and recovery
- FDA approved for multiple conditions including adult GHD
Risks and downsides
- Extremely expensive — $500-2000+/month
- Carpal tunnel syndrome common
- Water retention and joint pain
- Insulin resistance with long-term use
- Prescription only — compounded versions vary in quality
Heads up: This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Many compounds here are not FDA approved for human use. Please talk to a doctor before starting anything.
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