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CJC-1295

Also: CJC-1295 DAC, Mod GRF 1-29

💉GHRH Analog

How It Works

Stimulates prolonged GH and IGF-1 release by mimicking the body's natural GHRH signal to the pituitary gland. Preserves natural pulsatile GH release pattern.

Primary Benefits

1Muscle growth
2fat loss
3recovery

Key Studies

CJC-1295 GH/IGF-1 elevation in humans

Teichman et al. (J. Clin. Endocrinol. Metab.): Single injection increases GH 2-10x for 6+ days and IGF-1 1.5-3x for 9-11 days in healthy adults. Well-tolerated at 30-60 µg/kg.

moderate

CJC-1295 preserves pulsatile GH secretion in humans

Ionescu & Bhatt (J. Clin. Endocrinol. Metab.): Demonstrates 7.5-fold increase in basal GH, 46% increase in mean GH, and 45% increase in IGF-1 while preserving natural pulsatile pattern.

moderate

Long-acting GHRH analogs increase pituitary GH mRNA

Animal study shows CJC-1295 increases total pituitary RNA and GH mRNA, suggesting proliferation of somatotroph cells for sustained GH production.

preclinical

Safety Notes

Often stacked with Ipamorelin; injection site reactions possible. Not FDA-approved.

Dosing Protocol

⚠️ For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before using any peptide.

RouteSubQ
Dose Range1000-2000 mcg
Frequency2-3x/week
TimingPre-bed or morning fasted
Cycle Length8-16 weeks
BAC Water2 ml / 2mg vial

CJC-1295 DAC version has 7-day half-life. Mod GRF 1-29 (no DAC) has ~30min half-life.

Half-Life Visualization

⏱️ Half-Life: 7d

Plasma concentration over time
100%50%0%0t½ = 7d

Legal Status by Country

🇺🇸USA
Research Only
🇨🇦Canada
Research Only
🇬🇧UK
Unregulated
🇪🇺EU
Unregulated
🇦🇺Australia
Prescription Only

Last updated: 2026-01 · Laws change frequently. Verify current status in your jurisdiction.

Expected Timeline

Week 1

Improved sleep depth; occasional GH flush sensation; increased hunger in morning

Weeks 2-4

Elevated energy and faster post-workout recovery; mild water retention

Month 2-3

Measurable lean mass improvements; visible fat redistribution; IGF-1 elevation confirmed on bloodwork

Long-term

Sustained GH axis support; anti-aging body composition benefits; improved bone density over 6+ months

Side Effects & Incidence

Side EffectIncidenceSeverity

Water retention

Usually resolves after first 2-4 weeks

~15% of usersmild

Headache / GH flush

~8% of usersmild

Injection site reaction

~5% of usersmild

Temporary fatigue

~5% of usersmild

Incidence rates sourced from published clinical trial data where available; otherwise based on community research observations.

Found in 3 Stacks

Body Recomposition Stack

Maximize fat loss while preserving or building lean muscle the gold standard for total body transformation

RetatrutideTirzepatideCJC-1295IpamorelinTesamorelin

Muscle Growth Stack

Maximize lean muscle gain through GH optimization, growth factor signaling, and myostatin inhibition

CJC-1295IpamorelinSermorelinFollistatin-344IGF-1 LR3

Hormonal Optimization Stack (Male)

Support healthy testosterone levels and hormonal balance while preserving fertility

CJC-1295IpamorelinSermorelin

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