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CJC-1295 vs Hexarelin

Side-by-side comparison: effects, dosing ranges, side effects, regulatory status, and reconstitution.

Peptide A

CJC-1295

Growth Hormone

Long-acting growth hormone releasing hormone analog for sustained GH and IGF-1 elevation.

Peptide B

Hexarelin

Growth Hormone

The most potent GHRP — strong GH release with documented cardioprotective signaling.

Typical vial

2 mg

Typical dose

100-300 mcg

Half-life

~30 minutes (no DAC) / 6-8 days (with DAC)

FDA status

Not FDA approved for human use.

Typical vial

5 mg

Typical dose

100 mcg

Half-life

~55 minutes

FDA status

Not FDA approved for any indication.

CJC-1295 effects

  • Increases growth hormone secretion from the pituitary
  • Elevates IGF-1 levels for sustained anabolic signaling
  • Promotes fat metabolism and improved body composition
  • Supports deeper, more restorative sleep patterns
  • Enhances recovery from exercise and tissue repair

Hexarelin effects

  • Most potent acute GH release of any GHRP at equivalent doses
  • Documented cardioprotective signaling via CD36 receptor
  • Stimulates IGF-1 elevation over multi-week courses
  • Supports tissue repair and recovery
  • Mild secondary stimulation of ACTH and prolactin

CJC-1295 side effects

  • Injection site redness, swelling, or irritation
  • Water retention and bloating
  • Tingling or numbness in the extremities
  • Headache
  • Dizziness or flushing shortly after injection

Hexarelin side effects

  • Strongest cortisol and prolactin elevation of the GHRPs
  • Pronounced water retention
  • Lethargy and fatigue with chronic use
  • Rapid tachyphylaxis (response diminishes after 3-4 weeks)
  • Mild appetite stimulation

CJC-1295 dosing ranges

Anti-aging and recovery (Mod GRF)

100 mcg · Once to three times daily (SubQ) · 8-12 weeks

Body composition (Mod GRF + Ipamorelin)

100-300 mcg · Two to three times daily · 8-12 weeks

CJC-1295 with DAC

1000-2000 mcg · Once or twice weekly · 8-12 weeks

Hexarelin dosing ranges

Short-course GH stimulation

100 mcg · Two to three times daily (SubQ) · 4 weeks maximum, then 4-week break

Combined with CJC-1295 (Mod GRF)

100 mcg of each · Two to three times daily · 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Cardioprotective research

1-2 mcg/kg · Per protocol (research-only) · Variable

CJC-1295 vs Hexarelin — common questions

What is the difference between CJC-1295 and Hexarelin?

CJC-1295: Long-acting growth hormone releasing hormone analog for sustained GH and IGF-1 elevation. Typical dose 100-300 mcg. Hexarelin: The most potent GHRP — strong GH release with documented cardioprotective signaling. Typical dose 100 mcg. Both fall under the Growth Hormone category.

Can you stack CJC-1295 and Hexarelin?

Stacking CJC-1295 with Hexarelin is a protocol-design question best raised with a clinician — it depends on your goal, current bloodwork, and whether both peptides target overlapping mechanisms. Both peptides should be tracked independently with separate injection sites and timing. PinnyPeptide supports multi-peptide stacks with automatic injection site rotation.

Which is dosed more frequently, CJC-1295 or Hexarelin?

CJC-1295 is typically dosed: Once to three times daily (SubQ) for Anti-aging and recovery (Mod GRF); Two to three times daily for Body composition (Mod GRF + Ipamorelin); Once or twice weekly for CJC-1295 with DAC. Hexarelin is typically dosed: Two to three times daily (SubQ) for Short-course GH stimulation; Two to three times daily for Combined with CJC-1295 (Mod GRF); Per protocol (research-only) for Cardioprotective research.

Are CJC-1295 and Hexarelin FDA approved?

CJC-1295: Not FDA approved for human use. Hexarelin: Not FDA approved for any indication.

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