
Buy CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin
The gold standard GH stack — pulsatile growth hormone release without cortisol or prolactin elevation
Who This Is For
Anyone looking to optimize body composition, recovery, and GH-mediated anti-aging effects without synthetic hormones — ideal as a first performance peptide or long-term lifestyle protocol.
CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin — GH Axis Data
CJC-1295 (GHRH analog) + Ipamorelin (ghrelin mimetic) create a synergistic GH pulse without cortisol or prolactin elevation — the cleanest GH stack available.
GH pulse increase
200–300%
above baseline at peak
Cortisol impact
None
ipamorelin selective
Prolactin impact
None
vs. GHRP-2/GHRP-6
HPTA suppression
Zero
no PCT required
CJC-1295 half-life
6–8 days
with DAC modification
Timing
Fasted + pre-sleep
maximize GH amplitude
Overview & Benefits
Key Benefits
- Amplifies natural nocturnal GH pulses — works with your body's existing biology, not against it
- Synergistic dual-receptor activation produces 2–3× greater GH release than either compound alone
- Zero cortisol or prolactin elevation — the cleanest, most selective GH secretagogue stack available
- No hormonal suppression, no PCT, no cycling off required — sustainable indefinitely
- Improved sleep quality and training recovery typically noticeable within 2–4 weeks
- Body composition changes (reduced fat, increased lean mass) visible at 8–12 weeks of consistent use
- Elevates IGF-1 naturally for downstream anabolic and anti-aging effects
Protocols & Dosing
Classic Pre-Sleep Protocol
Once nightly, 30–60 min before sleepTake on an empty stomach — insulin interferes with GH release. Inject abdomen or thigh. This protocol maximizes the synergy with natural nocturnal GH pulses. Run 3–6 month cycles.
Twice-Daily Protocol
Morning (fasted) and before sleepAdvanced protocol for body recomposition. Morning injection taken fasted for clean GH pulse. Second injection pre-sleep. Better results than once-daily but requires stricter fasting compliance.
Dual-Axis GH Stimulation: How CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin Work Together
Clinical and Preclinical Research on CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin Combination
Key Studies
Jetté L, et al. "Growth hormone-releasing factor analogues: A review." Clinical Endocrinology (2005)
Single-dose CJC-1295 (30–120 µg/kg SC) produced 2–10× increases in mean GH and sustained IGF-1 elevation for up to 14 days while preserving pulsatile secretion architecture.
Raun K, et al. "Ipamorelin, the first selective growth hormone secretagogue." European Journal of Endocrinology (1998)
Ipamorelin elicited GH release equivalent to GHRP-6 with no statistically significant cortisol or ACTH elevation, confirming its status as the most receptor-selective GHS compound.
Svensson J, et al. "Two-month treatment of obese subjects with the oral growth hormone (GH) secretagogue MK-677 increases GH secretion, fat-free mass, and energy expenditure." Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (1998)
GHS-class compounds consistently increase fat-free mass and reduce fat mass in GH-deficient adults through sustained IGF-1 elevation, supporting the mechanistic rationale for combination peptide therapy.
Khorram O, et al. "Activation of immune function by dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) in age-advanced men." Journal of Gerontology (1997)
Restoration of GH/IGF-1 axis activity in older men improved lean body mass, immune markers, and quality-of-life scores, providing context for secretagogue use in somatopause.
ConjuChem Biotechnologies Inc. "CJC-1295 Phase II study results." Press Release & Clinical Data Package (2006)
Multiple-dose CJC-1295 administered weekly for 2–6 weeks maintained elevated IGF-1 (mean +28–53% vs. baseline) across all dose cohorts with no serious adverse events reported.
Safety Profile & Side Effects
Injection Site Reactions
lowTransient erythema, mild induration, or pruritus at the subcutaneous injection site occurring in approximately 10–15% of users. Typically resolves within 24–48 hours and can be minimised by rotating injection sites and allowing lyophilised peptide to reconstitute fully before administration.
Water Retention and Peripheral Oedema
lowGH elevation increases renal sodium reabsorption and extracellular fluid volume. Users may notice mild facial puffiness or joint swelling, particularly in the wrists and ankles, during the first one to two weeks. Severity scales with dose and resolves on discontinuation.
Transient Flushing and Vasodilation
lowA brief flushing sensation within minutes of injection is attributed to ipamorelin-mediated nitric oxide release and GH-driven vasodilation. Episodes are short-lived (5–15 minutes) and generally do not require intervention.
Headache
lowMild frontal or bitemporal headache reported in some users coinciding with the acute GH pulse. Mechanism is likely related to rapid shifts in cerebrospinal fluid pressure associated with GH surge. Typically resolves within one hour.
Hypoglycaemia Risk
moderateGH secretion causes transient insulin resistance; however, the downstream IGF-1 rise promotes peripheral glucose uptake, which can occasionally cause mild hypoglycaemia — particularly when peptides are dosed in a fasted state. Monitoring blood glucose is advised in predisposed individuals.
Cortisol and Prolactin Perturbation
lowAlthough ipamorelin has minimal off-target receptor activity, at high doses or with prolonged use some users report mild changes in cortisol rhythmicity. This effect is substantially lower with ipamorelin than with GHRP-2 or GHRP-6 but warrants periodic cortisol monitoring during extended cycles.
Buyer's Guide: CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin Combination
CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin vs. Other GH Secretagogue Options

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Common Questions About CJC-1295 /
What does CJC-1295/Ipamorelin do for muscle and performance?
CJC-1295 is a GHRH analog that signals the pituitary to release a pulse of growth hormone. Ipamorelin is a ghrelin mimetic that amplifies that GH pulse. Together, they produce a strong pulsatile GH release that drives lean mass gain, improved workout recovery, deeper sleep quality, and body fat reduction over 8–12 weeks. Unlike exogenous HGH, they stimulate your own production — no HPTA suppression, no shutdown, and the pulsatile pattern is more physiologically appropriate.
What is the CJC-1295/Ipamorelin dosage?
Standard protocol: 100–200mcg each (CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin) injected subcutaneously 30–60 minutes before bed on an empty stomach. The pre-bed timing aligns with the natural nocturnal GH pulse for maximum amplification. Run 5 days on/2 days off to maintain pituitary sensitivity. Run 12-week cycles with 4-week breaks. Full body composition effects require the complete 12-week cycle — evaluate at week 8 minimum.
How long does CJC-1295/Ipamorelin take to produce results?
Initial effects — improved sleep quality, faster workout recovery, morning pump — are typically noticed within 2–3 weeks. Visible body composition changes (lean mass increase, fat reduction) become apparent at 6–8 weeks. Maximum results require the full 12-week cycle. The mechanism works through GH axis stimulation which is cumulative — consistent daily timing (pre-bed, fasted state) and the full protocol duration are required for optimal results.
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