You have it correct. Tesamorelin is an expensive peptide, what are your goals? You can get the same results using other (less expensive) peptides.I see the common dosage for tesamorelin is 1 or 2 mg per day. You really use up a 5mg vial in 2-1/2 or 5 days? Or am I missing something?
You have it correct. Tesamorelin is an expensive peptide, what are your goals? You can get the same results using other (less expensive) peptides.
The reason for the expense is that this an approved drug for specific conditions, namely midsection fat loss for HIV patients. CJC 1295 (No Dac) and Ipamorelin combined are a potent combo that would achieve the same results for MUCH cheaper.
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A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.
Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.
The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.
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