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Tesamorelin

Also known as: Egrifta

Well ResearchedGrowth Hormone OptimizationProvider Rx Required

How It Works

Synthetic GHRH analog. FDA-approved for HIV-associated lipodystrophy. Potent stimulator of endogenous GH production.

What It's Used For

Visceral fat reductionAnti-agingCognitive functionBody composition

Administration

Route: Subcutaneous injection

Typical Cycle: 26 weeks (FDA protocol), can be used longer under supervision

Safety & Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

⚠Injection site reactions
⚠Arthralgia
⚠Peripheral edema
⚠Paresthesia

Contraindications

✘Active cancer
✘Pregnancy
✘Pituitary pathology
✘Hypersensitivity

Research Summary

FDA-approved. Demonstrated significant reduction in visceral adipose tissue and improvement in lipid profiles. Emerging data on cognitive benefits (NCBI, 2023).

References

Falutz J et al. N Engl J Med. 2007
Stanley TL et al. Ann Intern Med. 2024

Legal & Availability

FDA-approved (prescription)

This peptide requires a prescription from a licensed provider.

Dosing Protocol

Standard: 2mg daily

Frequency: Daily

Timing: Morning or before bed

Notes: FDA-approved medication. Most studied GH secretagogue.

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Stacks Well With

Ipamorelin

Anti-aging, Fat loss

Full stacking protocols and cycling schedules available with Pro subscription.

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This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Do not use any peptide without consulting a qualified healthcare provider. BioRoot AI is a clinical decision support tool — not a medical provider.