Growth hormone / secretagogues
IGF-1 DES
Research chemicalDES(1-3) IGF-1 · IGF-1 analog
Truncated, highly potent short-acting IGF-1 variant.
What it is
A truncated IGF-1 (missing the first three amino acids) with very high local potency and a short half-life. Research chemical.
How it works
Binds IGF-1 receptors with high affinity and low binding-protein affinity for potent, localized anabolic signaling.
Studied for
Localized muscle-growth claims (anecdotal).
Regulatory status
Not FDA-approved; research chemical; WADA-prohibited.
Safety
Hypoglycemia risk and theoretical proliferative/cancer concerns; no human safety data.
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