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CJC-1295 vs GHRP-6

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

GHRP-6

Growth Hormone

First-generation ghrelin mimetic — potent GH release with notable appetite stimulation.

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

~15-60 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

GHRP-6 effects

  • Stimulates strong pulsatile growth hormone release
  • Markedly increases appetite via ghrelin-receptor activation
  • Synergizes with GHRH analogs (Sermorelin, CJC-1295)
  • Modest gains in lean mass and recovery over multi-week courses
  • May promote tissue repair via secondary IGF-1 elevation

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

GHRP-6 side effects

  • Pronounced hunger within 30-60 minutes of injection
  • Increased prolactin and cortisol (more than newer GHRPs)
  • Water retention and mild edema
  • Injection-site flushing or tingling
  • Lethargy or tiredness shortly after dosing

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

GHRP-6 dosing ranges

GH stimulation / recovery

100 mcg · Two to three times daily (SubQ) · 8-12 weeks, then break

Combined with CJC-1295 (Mod GRF)

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

Appetite stimulation in cachexia research

100-150 mcg · Before meals · Per protocol

CJC-1295 vs GHRP-6 — common questions

What is the difference between CJC-1295 and GHRP-6?

CJC-1295: Long-acting growth hormone releasing hormone analog for sustained GH and IGF-1 elevation. Typical dose 100-300 mcg. GHRP-6: First-generation ghrelin mimetic — potent GH release with notable appetite stimulation. Typical dose 100 mcg. Both fall under the Growth Hormone category.

Can you stack CJC-1295 and GHRP-6?

Stacking CJC-1295 with GHRP-6 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 GHRP-6?

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. GHRP-6 is typically dosed: Two to three times daily (SubQ) for GH stimulation / recovery; Two to three times daily for Combined with CJC-1295 (Mod GRF); Before meals for Appetite stimulation in cachexia research.

Are CJC-1295 and GHRP-6 FDA approved?

CJC-1295: Not FDA approved for human use. GHRP-6: Not FDA approved for any indication.

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