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GHRP-6

Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-6

ModerateResearch Grade

One of the original GH secretagogues — a potent GH pulse stimulator with additional appetite, gut healing, and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Mechanism of action

Ghrelin receptor agonism, GH pulse induction, appetite stimulation, anti-inflammatory via gut

Primary benefits

  • Strong GH pulses
  • Muscle growth
  • Appetite increase
  • Gut healing
  • Anti-inflammatory

Dosing

Beginner
100 mcg/day
Intermediate
100-200 mcg 2-3x daily
Advanced
200-300 mcg 3x daily
Frequency: 1-3x daily
Timing: Fasted — pre-workout or pre-sleep
Route: Subcutaneous injection

Cycling protocol

Duration
8-12 weeks
Pattern
5 days on / 2 days off
Break after
4-6 weeks

Important warnings

  • ⚠️Significant appetite increase — not ideal during a cut
  • ⚠️Can elevate cortisol and prolactin
  • ⚠️Consider Ipamorelin for a cleaner pulse

Stacks well with