Growth Hormone Peptide Cheat Sheet

Comprehensive guide to growth hormone peptides and secretagogues. Includes CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, Sermorelin, GHRP-6, IGF-1 LR3, and more with dosages and protocols.

13 peptides·2 categories

For research purposes only.

This cheat sheet is a research reference only — not for human consumption or therapeutic use.

hex

Hexarelin

Weight

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
2 mg
BAC Water
2 mL
Dosing
100 mcg
Frequency
1–2× daily
Cycle
4 weeks on / 4 off

ipa

Ipamorelin

Weight

Purpose
Fat Loss / Muscle
Vial Size
10 mg
BAC Water
3 mL
Dosing
300 mcg
Frequency
5 on / 2 off
Cycle
8–12 weeks

peg

PEG-MGF

Growth

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
2 mg
BAC Water
1 mL
Dosing
200–400 mcg
Frequency
2×/week
Cycle
4–6 weeks

cjc1

CJC-1295 with DAC

Weight

Purpose
Fat Loss / Muscle
Vial Size
2 mg
BAC Water
2 mL
Dosing
1–2 mg
Frequency
Weekly
Cycle
8–12 weeks

ghrp

GHRP-6

Weight

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
5 mg
BAC Water
3 mL
Dosing
100–200 mcg
Frequency
1–2× daily
Cycle
8–12 weeks

ser

Sermorelin

Weight

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
5 mg
BAC Water
3 mL
Dosing
500 mcg
Frequency
2–3×/week
Cycle
8 weeks

tesa

Tesamorelin

Weight

Purpose
Fat Loss / Muscle
Vial Size
4 mg blend
BAC Water
2 mL
Dosing
200–400 mcg
Frequency
Daily
Cycle
12–16 weeks

tesa

Tesamorelin

Weight

Purpose
Fat Loss / Muscle
Vial Size
10 mg
BAC Water
3 mL
Dosing
500 mcg–2 mg
Frequency
5 days on / 2 days off
Cycle
8–12 weeks

mgf

MGF

Growth

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
2 mg
BAC Water
1 mL
Dosing
200–400 mcg
Frequency
2×/week
Cycle
4–6 weeks

igf

IGF-1 LR3

Growth

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
1 mg
BAC Water
1 mL
Dosing
20–50 mcg
Frequency
Daily
Cycle
3–4 weeks

cjc

CJC-1295 (without DAC)

Weight

Purpose
Fat Loss / Muscle
Vial Size
10 mg blend
BAC Water
2 mL
Dosing
300 mcg each
Frequency
1–3×/day
Cycle
12–24 weeks

cjc

CJC-1295 (without DAC)

Weight

Purpose
Fat Loss / Muscle
Vial Size
10 mg
BAC Water
3 mL
Dosing
100–250 mcg
Frequency
5 days on / 2 days off
Cycle
8–12 weeks

ghr

GHRP-2

Weight

Purpose
Muscle Growth
Vial Size
5 mg
BAC Water
3 mL
Dosing
100–200 mcg
Frequency
1–2× daily
Cycle
8–12 weeks

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Growth Hormone Peptide Cheat Sheet — Research Notes

Key considerations and protocol notes for each peptide in this cheat sheet.

Weight

hex

Growth

Hexarelin

Strong GH release, desensitizes quickly (subQ)

Weight

ipa

Growth

Ipamorelin

GH secretagogue with minimal side effects. Administer at night, two hours fasted. SubQ injection.

Growth

peg

Healing

PEG-MGF

Supports muscle repair post-workout (subQ/IM)

Weight

cjc1

Growth

CJC-1295 with DAC

Long-acting GHRH analog steady GH

Weight

ghrp

Growth

GHRP-6

Stimulates GH release and appetite

Weight

ser

Growth

Sermorelin

Growth hormone release

Weight

tesa

Growth

Tesamorelin

Blend of Tesamorelin (2 mg) and Ipamorelin (2 mg). Reduces visceral fat and stimulates GH release. Dosing: 100–200 mcg each per injection (200–400 mcg total).

Weight

tesa

Growth

Tesamorelin

Reduces visceral fat, improves metabolism

Growth

mgf

Healing

MGF

Stimulates muscle repair post-exercise (subQ/IM)

Growth

igf

Healing

IGF-1 LR3

Anabolic; promotes muscle growth (subQ/IM)

Weight

cjc

Growth

CJC-1295 (without DAC)

Blend of CJC-1295 (No DAC) and Ipamorelin (5 mg each). 2–3× daily for enhanced GH release. Combination of CJC-1295 (No DAC) and Ipamorelin.

Weight

cjc

Growth

CJC-1295 (without DAC)

Short-acting GHRH analog for GH pulses

Weight

ghr

Growth

GHRP-2

GH release, less hunger than GHRP-6

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Frequently asked questions

What is a peptide protocol?

A peptide protocol is a structured research plan that specifies which peptides to study, the quantities and frequencies used in research settings, and the duration of the study period. Research protocols often combine multiple peptides that act on complementary biological pathways—such as tissue repair, cognitive function, or metabolic regulation—to investigate broader or synergistic effects. These protocols are intended for research purposes only and are not a guide for human consumption.

How is peptide dosage calculated from a vial for research?

In a research context, the concentration of a reconstituted peptide solution is calculated by dividing the total peptide content of the vial in micrograms by the volume of bacteriostatic water added in milliliters. For example, a 5mg (5,000 mcg) vial reconstituted with 2mL of BAC water yields a concentration of 2,500 mcg/mL. This information is provided for reference and laboratory calculation purposes only — not as a guide for human use.

How much bacteriostatic water is typically used for peptide reconstitution in research?

Research protocols commonly reconstitute peptide vials with 2mL to 3mL of bacteriostatic water, though the appropriate volume depends on the target concentration needed for a given study. Adding 2mL to a 5mg vial yields a concentration of 2,500 mcg/mL. This information is provided strictly for laboratory and research reference — not as instructions for human use.

How are peptides different from proteins?

Both are composed of amino acids, but peptides are significantly smaller than proteins. Due to their size, peptides can function as precise signaling molecules, binding to specific receptors and triggering targeted biological responses—such as stimulating growth hormone release, promoting tissue repair, or modulating immune activity. These mechanisms are the subject of ongoing scientific research.

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