IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3)
Long R3 Insulin-like Growth Factor-I. Peptide Hormone, growth factor.
This page describes what IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3) is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Peptide Hormone
- Legal status
- Research chemical (not approved for human use)
- Half-life
- 20-30 hours
- Liver strain
- Low
- Kidney strain
- Low
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- None (research only)
What it does in the body
Anabolic
- Muscle hyperplasia (new muscle cells)
- Increased protein synthesis
- Fat loss
- Enhanced recovery
- Increased nutrient uptake
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Injectable (Subcutaneous or Intramuscular) | 20-30 hours | Unknown |
Side effects and health risks
Hormones and fertility
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
- Insulin resistance (long-term)
Heart and blood vessels
- Organ enlargement risk
- Cardiomegaly risk
Other
- Increased cancer risk (theoretical)
- Jaw/bone growth (acromegaly-like effects)
Blood tests worth monitoring
From its known properties, these are the markers doctors commonly check. Getting blood work before, during and after is how problems are caught early.
- Affects blood sugar handling: Glucose (Fasting), HbA1c
Related compounds
Questions
What is the half-life of IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3)?
About 20-30 hours. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3) detectable?
Testing windows of Unknown are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3) legal?
Research chemical (not approved for human use). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3)?
Based on its properties, these markers are commonly monitored: Glucose (Fasting) and HbA1c. A doctor can order and interpret them.
What are the side effects of IGF-1 LR3 (Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 Long R3)?
Hormones and fertility: hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and insulin resistance (long-term). Heart and blood vessels: organ enlargement risk and cardiomegaly risk. Other: increased cancer risk (theoretical) and jaw/bone growth (acromegaly-like effects).
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.