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IGF-1 LR3

Typical dose

20–50 mcg

once daily (post-workout) · SubQ · 4 on/4 off

Half-life

~20-30 hours

What is IGF-1 LR3?

Long-acting form of IGF-1 with reduced binding to IGF binding proteins, extending activity and anabolic signaling.

How IGF-1 LR3 works

Activates IGF-1 receptors and downstream PI3K/AKT signaling to increase protein synthesis and cellular growth.

Benefits & uses

Common uses: Muscle hypertrophy, recovery, hyperplasia stimulation, nutrient partitioning.

IGF-1 LR3 dosage

Typical dose
Typical: 20–50 mcg/day SubQ (local or systemic). Short cycles (4 on / 4 off).

IGF-1 LR3 half-life

~20-30 hours

IGF-1 LR3 side effects

Hypoglycemia, edema, headache, theoretical cancer promotion risk.

  • Hypoglycemia
  • Water retention
  • Headache
  • Theoretical tumor growth risk

Preparation & storage

Preparation
Mix a 1 mg vial with 1 mL bac water → 1,000 mcg/mL. A 40 mcg dose = 0.04 mL = 4 units.
Reconstitution
Reconstitute a 1 mg vial with 1 mL BAC water → 1 mg/mL (1000 mcg/mL). A 40 mcg dose = 0.04 mL = 4 units on a U-100 syringe.
Storage
Refrigerate after reconstitution (2–8 °C).

IGF-1 LR3 interactions

  • with Insulin

    Avoid · severe

    Both IGF-1 LR3 and insulin lower blood glucose through distinct pathways. Combined use carries serious risk of fatal hypoglycemia. This combination is used only in advanced clinical or elite bodybuilding contexts with full medical support.

    Timing: Never combine without continuous glucose monitoring and medical supervision

  • with Growth Hormone

    Caution · moderate

    GH stimulates endogenous IGF-1 production; adding exogenous IGF-1 LR3 creates significant additive anabolic signaling. Hypoglycemia, acromegaly risk, and organ growth concerns at high doses.

    Timing: Avoid concurrent use without medical supervision; use sequentially if at all

  • with HGH

    Caution · moderate

    HGH stimulates endogenous IGF-1 production; adding exogenous IGF-1 LR3 can cause insulin resistance, hypoglycemia, and acromegaly-like effects. Combined long-term use significantly increases cancer-growth risk.

    Timing: Do not use simultaneously; run one at a time or use IGF-1 LR3 on off days from HGH

Commonly stacked with

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