Tesamorelin (Egrifta)
Trans-3-hexenoyl-GRF(1-44)NH2. Growth Hormone Secretagogue, ghrh analogue.
This page describes what Tesamorelin (Egrifta) 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
- Growth Hormone Secretagogue
- Legal status
- Prescription only (FDA-approved for HIV lipodystrophy)
- Half-life
- 26-38 minutes
- Liver strain
- Low
- Kidney strain
- Low
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- HIV-associated lipodystrophy (excess visceral fat)
What it does in the body
Metabolic
- Reduction in visceral adipose tissue (well-documented)
- Increased IGF-1
Anabolic
- Mild lean mass support
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Injectable (Subcutaneous) | 26-38 minutes | Unknown |
Side effects and health risks
Metabolic
- Increased blood glucose
- Injection site reactions
Musculoskeletal
- Joint pain (mild)
Other
- Redness/swelling at injection site
- Rare hypersensitivity reactions
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 Tesamorelin (Egrifta)?
About 26-38 minutes. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Tesamorelin (Egrifta) detectable?
Testing windows of Unknown are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Tesamorelin (Egrifta) legal?
Prescription only (FDA-approved for HIV lipodystrophy). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Tesamorelin (Egrifta)?
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 Tesamorelin (Egrifta)?
Metabolic: increased blood glucose and injection site reactions. Musculoskeletal: joint pain (mild). Other: redness/swelling at injection site and rare hypersensitivity reactions.
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.