Compound library / Muscle Growth

IGF-1 DES (1-3)

Truncated form of IGF-1 missing the first three amino acids, resulting in a much shorter half-life than IGF-1 LR3 but greater potency at the receptor and reduced binding-protein interference — favored for localized post-workout injection.

CategoryMuscle Growth
Typical routeSubcutaneous
Half-life~20-30 minutes
Common dose range20-50 mcg, injected into target muscle immediately post-workout
Typical cycle length4-6 weeks then break

BioHack Track models IGF-1 DES (1-3) at a half-life of 0.4 hours, so every dose you log is decayed against that curve and the app shows what is still circulating — not just what you typed.

Reconstitution

Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water or 0.6% acetic acid per supplier guidance; extremely sensitive to agitation and heat.

Storage

Refrigerate after reconstitution; use within 2-3 weeks.

Cautions

High receptor potency — hypoglycemia risk is significant; can affect multiple tissues since IGF-1 receptors are widespread. Localized injection near target muscle is recommended to limit systemic exposure.

Track IGF-1 DES (1-3) in BioHack Track. Half-life, dose range and route come pre-filled from this library — log a dose and the app counts your vial down, models what is in your system, and puts it on the same chart as your labs and body composition.

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Look up the research

These open a search of each database for IGF-1 DES (1-3) — they are not citations, and nothing here is evidence for any particular dose. The same links are in the app.

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