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CJC-1295 vs Retatrutide

Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.

Growth Hormone Peptides
CJC-1295
GLP-1 / Weight Loss Agonists
Retatrutide
Summary
CJC-1295 is a synthetic GHRH analog that stimulates the pituitary gland to produce and release growth hormone. The DAC (Drug Affinity Complex) version has a markedly extended half-life. The No DAC version (Modified GRF 1-29) preserves natural pulsatile GH release and is preferred in most protocols.
Retatrutide is an investigational triple receptor agonist targeting GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors simultaneously. Phase 2 trials showed an unprecedented average 24% body weight reduction at 48 weeks — exceeding any approved medication to date. It is in Phase 3 trials as of 2024.
Half-Life
~30 minutes (No DAC) / 6–8 days (with DAC)
~10–12 days
Admin Route
SubQ
SubQ
Research
Typical Dose
100 mcg
0.5 mg → 1 mg → 2 mg → 4 mg → 8 mg → 12 mg
Frequency
Once daily, before bed
Once weekly
Key Benefits
  • Sustained increase in growth hormone levels
  • Enhanced muscle growth and strength
  • Improved fat metabolism and body composition
  • Better recovery and tissue repair
  • Increased bone density
  • Enhanced immune function
  • Improved skin quality and collagen production
  • Synergistic GH release when combined with GHRPs like Ipamorelin
  • ~24% body weight reduction at 48 weeks in Phase 2 (highest dose)
  • Superior to both semaglutide and tirzepatide in early trial comparisons
  • Triple receptor mechanism addresses multiple obesity pathways
  • Significant reduction in liver fat (MASH/NAFLD indication being studied)
  • Improved cardiovascular and metabolic markers
  • Once-weekly dosing
  • Potential for greatest weight loss of any currently investigated compound
Side Effects
  • Water retention / puffiness
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome (with prolonged use)
  • Injection site irritation
  • Hunger increase (minor)
  • +1 more
  • Nausea and vomiting (common during titration, similar to semaglutide/tirzepatide)
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Heart rate increase (from glucagon receptor agonism)
  • +2 more
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