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IGF-LR3

IGF-1 LR3

Includes 2ml Bac Water vial

$59.95 AUD

Purity: 99%

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IGF-1 is a large peptide/small protein that consists of 70 amino acids in a single chain with three intramolecular disulfide bridges. These disulfide bridges impart molecular rigidity and resistance to particular proteases.

It is a next-generation compound that promotes one of the most important growth factors in the human body. After growth hormone is produced in the pituitary gland it stimulates the liver to produce this peptide which then goes on to stimulate systematic body growth in almost every different type of cell and tissue in the body.

IGF-1 is a hormone similar in molecular structure to insulin. It plays an important role in childhood growth and continues to have anabolic effects in adults.

Signaling through the insulin/IGF-1-like receptor pathway is a significant contributor to biological aging in many organisms. It was shown that mutations in the daf-2 gene double the lifespan of the roundworm, C. elegans. This implies that IGF-1 could have anti-aging properties and an impact on longevity.

Spiked levels of IGF-1 has been shown to drastically increase muscle growth as a result of heavy weight training and can enhance the rapid repair of existing muscle fibers as well as promote the regeneration of new muscle fibers.

IGF-1 is sold in vials containing 1MG of lyophilised powder which can be reconstituted by adding a convenient amount of sterile or bacteriostatic water.

\\* Mecasermin is a synthetic variant of this naturally occurring peptide and is used to treat growth failure.

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Dosing:

IGF-1 is sold in vials containing 1MG of lyophilised powder which should be stored under refrigeration.

(It is acceptable however for them to be mailed unrefrigerated). The contents can be reconstituted by adding a convenient amount of sterile or bacteriostatic water.

For example:

1mg of powder

1ml of bacteriostatic water

equals 1,000 mcg/ml

equals x 10 doses of 100mcgs

IGF-1 LR3 can be taken up to 7 days a week at a dose of 50 – 150mcg a day. Desensitization has been shown to occur at around 40 days or roughly 4 weeks.

At time of dosing, an insulin syringe is used to draw and then inject the desired amount. In the above example, a 100 mcg dose would require only 0.10 mL, or “10 IU” as marked on an insulin syringe.

Benefits

  • Direct AnabolismBinds directly to the IGF-1 receptor on muscle cells, initiating the signaling cascade for muscle protein synthesis.
  • Cellular ProliferationPromotes hyperplasia, the creation of new muscle cells (myoblasts), which can later mature into muscle fibers.
  • Nutrient ShuttlingEnhances the uptake of amino acids and glucose into muscle cells, prioritizing muscle tissue over other tissues for nutrient use.
  • Anti-Catabolic ActionReduces muscle protein breakdown by inhibiting pathways that lead to muscle cell degradation.
  • Fat MetabolismStimulates lipolysis, the breakdown of triglycerides into free fatty acids, making fat available as an energy source.
  • Receptor AffinityThe Long R3 modification extends the biological half-life and prevents binding to IGF-binding proteins, increasing its bioavailability and interaction time with IGF-1 receptors.

Potential Side Effects

  • HypoglycemiaDue to its insulin-like effects, it can cause low blood sugar if administered without adequate carbohydrate intake.
  • Fluid RetentionMay cause temporary water retention, joint swelling, or carpal tunnel-like symptoms in some research subjects.
  • Cell Growth ConcernsAs a potent growth factor, it may theoretically accelerate the growth of existing, undiagnosed tumors; it does not cause cancer but may promote proliferation.
  • LethargySome subjects report a feeling of tiredness or fatigue, particularly at higher dosages.

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