Peptide Standard
GLP-1 & Weight Loss Peptides
Dosing Protocols
Start here. These are the protocols we follow. Start low, move up on schedule, and let the compound do its job.
Semaglutide
Weeks 1–4
0.25 mg
Once weekly
GI adjustment period. Most side effects happen here if you skip this.
Weeks 5–8
0.5 mg
Once weekly
Appetite suppression becomes consistent.
Weeks 9–12
1.0 mg
Once weekly
Most people feel significant effect here.
Weeks 13–16
1.7 mg
Once weekly
Increase only if still hungry. Many don't need to go higher.
Week 17+
2.4 mg
Once weekly
FDA max (Wegovy). Most body-recomp users never need this dose.
Minimum effective dose: Many people manage hunger well at 0.5–1mg. Find the lowest dose that works for you — don't chase the top of the titration.
Best Time to Inject
Same day each week, morning preferred
Max Dose
2.4 mg per week (FDA max)
What to Expect
Appetite drops week 1–2. Visible fat loss by week 4–6.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
You feel full faster and stop thinking about food between meals.
Tirzepatide
Weeks 1–4
2.5 mg
Once weekly
Start slow. Nausea possible — that's normal.
Weeks 5–8
5 mg
Once weekly
Appetite control kicks in strong.
Weeks 9–12
7.5 mg
Once weekly
Faster results than semaglutide by this point.
Weeks 13–16
10 mg
Once weekly
Most people find their sweet spot here.
Weeks 17–20
12.5 mg
Once weekly
Only increase if 10mg isn't enough.
Week 21+
15 mg
Once weekly
FDA max (Zepbound). Most people don't need this.
Body recomp note: For body recomposition (not obesity treatment), most users find 2.5–5mg sufficient. Only go higher if needed.
Best Time to Inject
Same day each week
Max Dose
15 mg per week (FDA max)
What to Expect
Faster results than sema. Possible nausea early on — normal and usually fades after week 2.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Portion sizes shrink naturally. You're not forcing it.
Retatrutide
Weeks 1–4
1 mg
Once weekly
Go slow. This one is powerful. Do not skip steps.
Weeks 5–8
2 mg
Once weekly
Appetite suppression picks up.
Weeks 9–12
4 mg
Once weekly
Body comp shifts visible by month 2.
Weeks 13–16
6 mg
Once weekly
Significant fat loss territory.
Weeks 17–20
9 mg
Once weekly
Most users see full effect here.
Week 21+
Up to 12 mg
Once weekly
Trial max. Only go here if needed.
Do NOT skip steps. Jumping doses leads to severe GI distress. — Alternative: 0.5mg injected 3x/week (Mon/Wed/Fri) instead of one weekly dose. Better for lean individuals — avoids hunger spike from a single large glucagon dose.
Best Time to Inject
Same day each week
Potency Note
Stronger than sema or tirz — respect the titration
What to Expect
Significant appetite suppression from week 1. Body comp shifts visible by month 2.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Energy stays up, appetite is controlled, and you're not experiencing constant nausea.
BPC-157
Standard
0.25–0.5 mg
Daily
250–500 mcg. Starting protocol for most users.
Active Injury
0.5 mg
Twice daily
Inject near the injury site for local effect.
Maintenance
0.25 mg
Daily or 5/2
After initial healing. 5 days on, 2 days off.
Best Time to Inject
Morning on empty stomach. Split morning/evening for acute injury.
Cycle Length
4–8 weeks, then take a break
What to Expect
Reduced pain and swelling within 1–2 weeks. Tissue repair takes 4–6 weeks.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Pain goes down, mobility improves, and you recover faster between sessions.
TB-500
Weeks 1–4 (Loading)
2–2.5 mg
Twice weekly
4–5 mg total per week. Building tissue levels.
Week 5+ (Maintenance)
2 mg
Once weekly
Maintain gains. Full effect by week 4.
Stack tip: BPC-157 targets specific injury sites. TB-500 works systemically across the whole body. Together they cover both angles.
Best Time to Inject
Any time. Sub-Q or IM both work.
Common Stack
Often paired with BPC-157 — they work differently and complement each other well.
What to Expect
Better range of motion and less stiffness within 2 weeks. Full effect by week 4.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Movement feels easier, soreness clears faster, flexibility improves without extra stretching.
CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin
CJC-1295 w/DAC
1–2 mg
1–2x per week
Long half-life — NOT daily. Do not inject more frequently.
Ipamorelin
100–300 mcg
2–3x daily
Before sleep + upon waking preferred.
Combined
CJC 2mg + Ipa 200mcg
Weekly + 2x daily
Most effective combination approach.
Important: CJC-1295 w/DAC has a 1–2 week half-life — do NOT inject daily. CJC-1295 without DAC has a shorter half-life and CAN be dosed 2–3x daily at 100mcg to match Ipamorelin timing.
Best Time (Ipamorelin)
Before sleep and upon waking. Avoid within 2 hours of eating for best GH pulse.
Cycle Length
3 months on, 1 month off
What to Expect
Better sleep quality within 1–2 weeks. Body composition shifts over 3–6 months.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
You're sleeping deeper, recovering faster, and your physique is changing without anything else changing.
Sermorelin
Weeks 1–2
0.2 mg
Nightly
Before bed. Your body is adjusting.
Week 3+
0.3–0.5 mg
Nightly
Before bed. Stay in this range ongoing.
Best Time to Inject
30–60 min before sleep. Empty stomach is best.
Cycle Length
3–6 months
What to Expect
Improved sleep quality in weeks 1–2. Body composition and energy improvements show by month 2–3.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Sleeping deeper, waking up more rested, gradual improvement in muscle tone over months.
Tesamorelin
Standard Dose
1–2 mg
Once daily
Abdomen, sub-Q. No titration needed — start at full dose on day one.
No titration needed. Start at the full dose on day one.
Best Time to Inject
Same time daily. Morning preferred.
Cycle Length
3–6 months
What to Expect
Visceral fat reduction visible in 1–2 months. Energy boost shows within the first few weeks.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Your midsection is changing even if your weight stays the same. That's visceral fat going down.
NAD+
Starting
50–100 mg
SubQ · 2–3x/week
Let your body adjust first.
Standard
100–200 mg
SubQ · 2–3x/week
Effective range for subcutaneous dosing.
Maximum SubQ
200 mg
Per injection
SubQ absorption limits this. Split doses if you want more.
SubQ note: IV protocols reach 500mg+ but that's not SubQ. For subcutaneous injections, 100–200mg is the effective range. Going higher per injection doesn't improve absorption — split doses if you want more.
What to Expect
Energy lift often felt after the first session. Mental clarity builds over weeks of consistent use.
Note on Flush
A warm flush is normal. Inject slowly — it's benign and passes quickly.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
More energy, sharper focus, faster post-workout recovery. Effects build over 4–6 weeks.
MOTS-C
Weeks 1–2
5 mg
Twice weekly
Start building metabolic efficiency.
Week 3+
5–10 mg
2–3x per week
Full effect over 4–6 weeks.
Best Time to Inject
Morning or pre-workout
Best Used For
Performance and metabolic efficiency, not just body comp changes
What to Expect
Improved metabolic efficiency over 4–6 weeks. Better endurance and less fatigue during workouts.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Workouts feel easier, you recover faster, and your energy levels are more consistent throughout the day.
Glutathione
Starting
300–600 mg
SubQ · 1–2x/week
Build up gradually.
Standard
600 mg–1 g
SubQ · 1–2x/week
Up to 3x/week for active detox protocols.
SubQ note: These are SubQ doses. IV protocols go higher but work differently — what's on this page is calibrated for subcutaneous use. Don't compare SubQ doses to IV clinic doses.
Best Time to Inject
Any time. Consistent schedule matters more than exact timing.
Frequency
1–2x/week general health. Up to 3x for active detox protocols.
What to Expect
Skin clarity and energy improvements typically show within 4–8 weeks of consistent use.
Signs You're Dialing It Right
Faster recovery, cleaner energy, improved skin tone, and feeling less beat up after hard training.
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