CJC-1295 dosage guide

CJC-1295 dosage reference: typical range 100–500 mcg, 2×/week to daily, cycle 8–12 weeks on, 4 weeks off; use MK-677 as bridge. Titration chart…

Modified GHRH with Drug Affinity Complex (DAC) for extended half-life. CJC-1295 w/DAC has ~8 day half-life; without DAC (Mod GRF 1-29) has 30-minute half-life for more natural pulsing.

Published protocol literature for CJC-1295 describes a typical range of 100–500 mcg, dosed 2×/week to daily, over a cycle of 8–12 weeks on, 4 weeks off; use MK-677 as bridge. Reported half-life: about 30 minutes (no-dac); several days (dac variant).

CJC-1295 dosage at a glance

ParameterReported value
Typical dose range100–500 mcg
Frequency2×/week to daily
Cycle length8–12 weeks on, 4 weeks off; use MK-677 as bridge
Half-lifeAbout 30 minutes (no-DAC); several days (DAC variant)
RouteSubcutaneous injection (most published protocols)
DiluentBacteriostatic water
Commonly stacked withIpamorelin (gold standard GHRH+GHRP stack), IGF-1 LR3 (direct muscle growth), MK-677 (oral bridge)

CJC-1295 titration chart

Protocols are usually titrated rather than started at the top of the range. The tiers below reflect how CJC-1295 dosing is commonly stepped in the published protocol literature.

TierDoseFrequencyNotes
Beginner100–150 mcg2×/weekGentle start; pair with training
Intermediate200–250 mcg3×/weekSolid gains; combine with GHRP
Advanced300–500 mcgDaily or split AM/PMElite; monitor IGF-1, watch for water retention

Reconstitution and concentration

Concentration in mcg/mL equals vial milligrams multiplied by 1000, divided by the millilitres of bacteriostatic water added. Volume per dose in mL equals the target dose in mcg divided by that concentration. On a U-100 insulin syringe, multiply the volume in mL by 100 to read the units.

VialBacteriostatic waterResulting concentration
2 mg vial1 mL bacteriostatic water2,000 mcg/mL
5 mg vial1 mL bacteriostatic water5,000 mcg/mL
10 mg vial2 mL bacteriostatic water5,000 mcg/mL

Protocol notes

What CJC-1295 is studied for

Storage after reconstitution

StateConditionsShelf life
Lyophilized (Powder)Refrigerate 2–8°C (36–46°F) or freeze12–24 months refrigerated; longer frozen
ReconstitutedRefrigerate 2–8°C only; no freezing21–30 days typically
In TransitInsulated packaging; ice packsMinimize time; avoid heat exposure
MK-677 (Oral)Room temp okay; cool/dry preferredPer manufacturer; typically 12+ months

Sources

Important

Dose ranges on this page summarise published research and practitioner protocol literature for CJC-1295. They are a reference, not medical direction. All peptide products referenced are intended solely for research, investigational, or licensed professional use. They are not FDA-approved and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a licensed medical practitioner before any personal or clinical use.

Frequently asked questions

What is a typical CJC-1295 dosage?

Published protocol literature for CJC-1295 generally describes 100–500 mcg, administered 2×/week to daily. Individual protocols vary and should be set by a licensed practitioner.

How often is CJC-1295 dosed?

2×/week to daily. Frequency is driven by half-life — CJC-1295 has a reported half-life of about 30 minutes (no-dac); several days (dac variant), so shorter-acting compounds are dosed more often.

How long is a CJC-1295 cycle?

Typical cycle length reported is 8–12 weeks on, 4 weeks off; use MK-677 as bridge. Cycling exists to limit receptor desensitisation and to create assessment windows, not as a fixed rule.

How do you reconstitute CJC-1295?

2mg → 1ml bacteriostatic water; 5mg → 1ml bacteriostatic water; 10mg → 2ml bacteriostatic water. Concentration in mcg/mL equals vial milligrams times 1000 divided by millilitres of bacteriostatic water.

Why pair CJC-1295 with Ipamorelin?

They act on complementary pathways — CJC-1295 on the GHRH receptor and Ipamorelin on the ghrelin/GHS-R receptor — producing a stronger synergistic GH pulse in research models.

What's the difference between DAC and no-DAC CJC-1295?

DAC (Drug Affinity Complex) extends half-life to several days for tonic GH elevation. No-DAC preserves natural pulsatility, which most research protocols prefer.