| Active substance |
Somatropine |
| Also known as |
Synthetic human growth hormone (HGH) |
| Blood pressure |
Can increase blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
Somatropin |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 0.1-0.3 mg/kg body weight per week |
| Dosage (sports) |
Commonly 1-3 IU per day |
| Effects |
Increased muscle mass, reduced body fat, enhanced recovery |
| Formula |
C990H1529N263O299S7 |
| Half-life |
Approximately 3.8 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low to none |
| Lab Test |
GH serum levels, IGF-1 levels |
| Main action |
Stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration in humans |
| Side effects |
Joint pain, nerve pain, muscle pain, edema, increased risk of diabetes and heart disease |
| Storage conditions |
Store in a refrigerator at 2-8В°C (36-46В°F) |
| Substance class |
Peptide hormone |
| Trade name |
Jintropin |
| Use in sports |
Often used for performance enhancement and muscle growth |
| Water Retention |
Yes, can cause significant water retention |
| Active ingredient, IU |
12 |
| Release form |
Vial 12 IU |
| Manufacturer |
Gene Science Pharmaceuticals |
| Packing |
Pack (10 vialas) |
