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Tesamorelin

Egrifta (FDA-approved brand)

Low Dose
1 mg/day
Medium Dose
2 mg/day
Route
SubQ daily
Cycle Length
16–24 weeks

Mechanism of Action

Stabilized GHRH analog that stimulates pituitary GH release with high potency and selectivity.

Key Benefits

  • FDA-approved for HIV-associated lipodystrophy
  • Significantly reduces visceral adipose tissue
  • Improves lipid profiles and body composition
  • Cognition improvement data in older adults

Dosing Protocol

Low / Starting Dose
1 mg/day
Medium / Maintenance Dose
2 mg/day
Administration Route
SubQ daily
Half-Life
~26–38 minutes
Frequency
Once daily
Cycle Length
16–24 weeks
Protocol Notes

FDA-approved for HIV lipodystrophy. Patient-specific 503A compounding permitted.

Ideal Candidates

HIV lipodystrophy (approved), visceral fat reduction, GH optimization.

Side Effects & Safety

Fluid retention, arthralgia, peripheral edema, injection site reactions.

Regulatory Status

FDA-Approved

FDA-approved (Egrifta). Patient-specific 503A compounding permitted.

Frequently asked

What is Tesamorelin?+

Tesamorelin (Egrifta (FDA-approved brand)) is a peptide studied for visceral fat reduction and fda-approved. Stabilized GHRH analog that stimulates pituitary GH release with high potency and selectivity.

What is the dosing protocol for Tesamorelin?+

Literature commonly references 1 mg/day (low) to 2 mg/day (maintenance) via SubQ daily, on a 16–24 weeks cycle. Educational reference only — a licensed Stackhaus Health provider sets any personalized protocol.

What is the regulatory status of Tesamorelin?+

FDA-approved (Egrifta). Patient-specific 503A compounding permitted.

Where can I access Tesamorelin?+

Research-grade Tesamorelin is available through Stackhaus Research. For a personalized, provider-reviewed protocol, consult a licensed clinician through Stackhaus Health.

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Educational Only. This information is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any peptide protocol. Individual results vary. Personalized protocols and clinical care are provided through licensed providers via Stackhaus Health.