Posted by Muscle and Brawn on 12th Dec 2023
Peptides should be stored in a dry, cool, dark place. For best preservation, store at 4°C or colder away from bright light. Dry peptides are stable at room temperature for days to weeks but for long-term storage -20°C is to be preferred (6). Contamination with moisture will greatly decrease the long-term stability of solid peptides. A vial containing a peptide should be allowed to warm to room temperature before being opened. After removing the desired quantity, the vial should be re-sealed, preferably under an atmosphere of dry inert gas, and then returned to cold storage (6). An ideal container for peptide manipulation should be clean, chemically inert, optically clear, strong, and available in an appropriate size. Glass and plastic vials are generally satisfactory for the purpose, however, care does need to be taken with plastic vials when organic solvents are to be used (6). Polypropylene vials are both strong and chemically inert but if high visibility is required glass is a better option. Please appreciate that peptide in solution can and do adsorb to many materials. This may occur to varying extents being dependent upon factors such as constituent amino acids, vial material, and peptide concentration. At high dilution, it is possible to lose large percentages of peptide due to adsorption to surfaces thereby grossly distorting subsequent results. The use of high-quality specialist glass and polypropylene vials can lessen this problem (6). The shelf life of peptide solutions is limited especially for peptides containing C, M, N, Q, and W. To prolong the storage life of peptides in solution, sterile buffers with a pH of around 5-6 should be used. Aliquots should be stored at -20°C or colder wherever possible. Avoid the use of frost-free freezers, which vary enormously in temperature during the frequent automatic defrosting cycles. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles are deleterious to peptides (6). We spent 20+ hours reading research papers, perusing clinical websites and browsing research peptide brands to come up with the ULTIMATE express guide to current up-to-date medical literature on peptide usage, dosage, cycles timing, indications, forms, and studies. For first time peptide users we know its daunting and intimidating, hopefully this gives you a better idea of what the f*** is going on with most peptides, but remember to exercise caution and consult with your doctor prior to any usage. Below the individual peptides we’ve added sections on stacks, and we’ve also explained what all the columns mean below. If you want to learn more about an individual peptides click on it or view all our peptide guides below the peptide chart! While there is no fixed dosage of peptides and each peptide accounts for a different dose. Recommended dosages are usually based on either clinical trials or users’ experience. Therefore, if you decided to use any peptide for personal purposes, it is crucial to consult with your doctor/healthcare provider first. For example, the recommended dosage of BPC-157 is 1mcg to 10mcg per kg of body weight which accounts for 200mcg to 1000mcg per injection. But note that BPC-157 is not approved by the FDA for human use. On the other hand, TB-500, another potential peptide for quick healing is usually dosed at 7.66mg per week. However, as BPC-157, TB-500 is not approved by the FDA for human use. So it all differs and the exact dosage can only be prescribed by your healthcare provider. Scroll left and right to see the full chart if your screen is not big enoughHow to Store Peptides
Peptide Dosage Chart with Timing, Injection Location, and Best Stacks
The Complications of Dosing Peptides
Peptides ? Studied Dosage ? Injection Site ⏳️ Typical Cycle Length ? Timing of Dose ✅ Use/Indication ? Forms ? Recent Studies Click on peptide for full breakdown *In accordance with the limited clinical trials and Reddit discussions* *In accordance with the limited clinical trials and Reddit discussions* *Based purely on user experiences* *In accordance with the limited clinical trials and Reddit discussions* *Based on what Peptide Vendors offer* *Pubmed and Google Scholar* Individual Peptides A Anamorelin 100 mcg/day Not Applicable 12 Weeks Before Meals Cancer Cachexia, Appetite Oral [1] [2] [3] ARA 290 5 mg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4-5 Weeks Variable Neuropathic Pain Injectable [1] [2] AOD 9604 300 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 20 Days In Morning- 30 mins prior to eating Body Fat Powders, Spray [1] [2] BPC-157 1-10 mcg/kg of bodyweight Subcutaneous, IM 4-12 Weeks Before meal and before bed Anti-inflammatory, Wound healing Capsules, Injections, Sublingual and dermal Patches [1] [2] [3] C Cerebrolysin Depends on the purpose of intake IM, IV Variable No Specific Timing Senile/Vascular Dementia, Cerebrovascular disorder Injectable [1] [2] CJC 1295 30-60 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 12 Weeks Before bed- 2 hrs after last meal Muscle growth, Fat loss Injectable [1] [2] DSIP 100-200 mcg/day Subcutaneously, IV, IM Variable 1-3 hours before bed Irregular Circadian Rhythm, Insomnia Powder [1] [2] [3] E Epitalon 5-10 mg Subcutaneously, IV, IM 2-3 Weeks Morning- 30 mins prior to eating Anti-Aging Capsule, Injectable Nasal Spray [1] [2] [3] Follistatin 344 50-100 mcg/day Subcutaneously, IV, IM 10-30 days No Specific Timing Muscle Growth, Endurance Powder, Liquid [1] [2] [3] G GHK-CU 0.2 ml/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) Variable No Specific Timing Wound Healing, Anti-inflammatory Injectable, Transdermal [1] [2] GHRP-2 150-300 mcg/day Subcutaneous(Abdomen) 12-14 Weeks An hour before Meal Muscle Growth, Rapid Healing Injectable, Capsules [1] [2] [3] GHRP-6 100-150 mcg/day Subcutaneous(Abdomen) 12-14 Weeks 30 Minutes Before Meal Muscle Growth, Rapid Healing Injectable, Capsules [1] [2] Hexarelin 200-300 mcg/day Subcutaneous(Abdomen) 12-16 Weeks Before Meals Muscle building, Fat loss, rapid recovery Injectable, Tablets [1] [2] HGH Frag 200 mcg/day Subcutaneous, IV 4-8 Weeks Before Workout Obesity, Muscle Mass Injectable, Tablets [1] [2] [3] I IGF-1 20-100 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks After Workout Lean Muscle Mass, Fat loss Injectable [1] [2] [3] IGF-1 lr3 20-40 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks Before Workout Muscle Mass, Bodybuilding Injectable [1] [2] [3] Ipamorelin 200 mcg/day Subcutaneous, IM 60-90 Days Before bed- 2 hrs after last meal Muscle growth, Fat loss Injectable [1] [2] [3] KPV 200-400 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks No Specific Timing Anti-inflammatory, Wound healing Injectable, Oral Sprays, Creams, Capsules [1] [2] Kisspeptin 10 5-10 mg/day IV 4 Months No Specific Timing Infertility Injectable, Capsules [1] [2] [3] LI-37 100 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 2-4 Weeks No Specific Timing Anti-microbial Injectable [1] [2] Lenomorelin 7.5 mcg/kg of body weight Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 10-12 Weeks Before Meal Appetite, Strength Injectable [1] [2] [3] M Macimorelin 0.5 mg/kg of body weight Not Applicable Usually a single dose 8 hours of fasting before use Fat loss, Muscle Mass Oral Granules [1] [2] [3] Melanotan-1 aka MT1 0.25-2 mg/day Subcutaneous, IM Variable No Specific Timing Skin tanning, Erythropoetic Protoporphyria Injectable, Nasal Sprays [1] [2] Melanotan-II aka MT2 0.25-2 mg/day Subcutaneous, IM Variable No Specific Timing Erectile Dysfunction & Skin Tanning Injectable, Nasal Sprays [1] [2] [3] MOTS-C 1ml/thrice weekly Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks No Specific Timing Metabolic Felxibility, Osteroporosis Injectable [1] [2] MGF 200 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks Before Workout Muscles growth, Tissue Repair Injectable [1] [2] P Peg-MGF 5 mg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks No Specific Timing Endurance, Boosts Immune System Injectable [1] Pentosan 100-250 mg/day IM, Intra-auricular 1-6 Months 1-2 hrs after Meals Cardiovascular Complications, Joint Pain Injectable, Capsules, Oral Suspensions [1] [2] [3] PTD-DMB 30 ml/day Not Applicable Variable No Specific Timing Hair loss, Hair Regeneration Hair Sprays [1] PT-141 1-2 mg Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 8 times/month 1-5 hrs before intercourse Libido & Erectile dysfunction Injectable, Nasal Sprays, Pills [1] [2] [3] R RU 58841 50 mg/day Not Applicable Variable After Showering- On dry hair Hair Loss, Male Pattern Baldness Powder, Liquid (Topical application) [1] [2] [3] S Semaglutide 0.25 mg/week Subcutaneous (multipe skin sites) 4 Weeks No Specific Timing Weight Loss, Appetite Injectable [1] [2] [3] Sermorelin 10-20 mcg/kg of body weight Subcutaneous, IV 3-6 Months Before bed Muscle Mass, Fat Loss Injectable [1] [2] [3] Semax 0.3-1 ml/twice weekly Subcutaneous (multipe skin sites) Variable No Specific Timing Neuroprotective, Stress-protective Injectable TB-500 7.6 mg/week IM, IV, Subcutaneous 2-6 Weeks Once a Week Anti-inflammatory & Muscle Growth Capsules, Injectable, Patches [1] [2] [3] Tesamorelin 2 mg/day Subcutaneous (multipe skin sites) 2 Months Before bed- 2 hrs after last meal HIV- lipodystrophy Injectable [1] [2] [3] Thymosin Alpha-1 0.8-6.4 mg/twice weekly Subcutaneous (multipe skin sites) 6-12 Months No Specific Timing Immunocomproised disorders, autoimmune diseases Injectable, Nasal Sprays [1] [2] [3] Thymosin Beta-4 2-12 mg/day IM, Subcutaneous 3-6 Months Injected close to the site of injury Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory Powder, Injectable [1] [2] [3] Vasoactive Depends on the purpose of intake IV, Intracavernously Variable No Specific Timing Anti-inflammatory, COPD, Pulmonary Arterial HTN Injectable [1] [2] [3] Zn-Thymulin 1 ml/day Subcutaneous, IM Variable At Night Hair Loss, Hair pigmentation Topical Use [1] [2] PEPTIDE STACKS BPC-157= 500 mcg/day, TB-500= 5 mg/twice weekly Subcutaneous, IM 4 Weeks Before Meal Healing, Protein Formation, Muscle Mass Injectable Ipamorelin and CJC-1295 Ipamorelin= 150mcg/day, CJC-1295= 150mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 4 Weeks Before Bed Muscles Growth, Fat loss Injectable Melanotan I and Melanotan ll Melanotan l= 0.25-2 mg/day, Melanotan ll= 0.25-2 mg/day Subcutaneous, IM Variable No Specific Timing Skin Tanning, Erectile Dysfunction Injectable, Nasal Sprays Ipamorelin and Sermorelin Ipamorelin= 200-300mcg/day, Sermorelin= 200 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multiple skin sites) 2-3 Months Before Bed Muscles Growth, Fat loss Injectable GHRP-6, Sermorelin GHRP-6= 100 mcg/day, Sermorelin= 100 mcg/day Subcutaneous(Abdomen) 3 Months Before Meal Fat burn, Endurance, Muscle Mass Injectable GHRP6 and CJC-1295 GHRP-6= 100 mcg/day, CJC-1295= 150mcg/day Subcutaneous(Abdomen) 12 Weeks Before Meal/Bed Fat loss, Endurance, Strength Injectable Semaglutide and AOD 9604 Semaglutide= 0.25 mg/week, AOD 9604= 300 mcg/day Subcutaneous (multipe skin sites) 4 Weeks Morning Body Fat, Appetite, Muscle Mass Injectable Epitalon and Thymalin Epitalon= 5-10 mg/day, Thymalin= 10 mg/day Subcutaneously, IV, IM 2-3 Weeks Morning Strong Immune system, Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory Injectable