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Dihexa vs IGF-1 LR3

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

Cognitive Enhancement
Dihexa
Anabolic & IGF
IGF-1 LR3
Summary
Dihexa is a potent experimental oligopeptide derived from angiotensin IV that dramatically enhances synaptogenesis. Preclinical research shows cognitive enhancement orders of magnitude more potent than BDNF — it is considered one of the most powerful nootropic compounds in research, but has very limited human safety data.
IGF-1 LR3 is a synthetic analog of Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 with an extended half-life. It is one of the most potent anabolic peptides available, directly stimulating muscle cell hyperplasia and hypertrophy, and is the downstream mediator of many of GH's anabolic effects.
Half-Life
Unknown (limited pharmacokinetic data)
20–30 hours
Admin Route
Oral, SubQ, Topical
SubQ, IM
Research
Typical Dose
5–10 mg
40–80 mcg
Frequency
Daily
Once daily or split twice daily
Key Benefits
  • Dramatically increases synapse formation (potentially 10 million× more potent than BDNF in animal models)
  • Enhances memory and learning
  • May reverse cognitive decline
  • Improves neuroplasticity and executive function
  • Long-lasting cognitive benefits from short courses
  • Potential therapeutic agent for Alzheimer's
  • Direct muscle hypertrophy via IGF-1R stimulation
  • Muscle hyperplasia (new fiber formation) — unique among peptides
  • Rapid gains in lean muscle mass
  • Accelerated recovery from training and injury
  • Increased nutrient uptake by muscle cells
  • Fat oxidation enhancement
  • Bone density improvement
  • Cartilage and connective tissue repair
Side Effects
  • Headache
  • Irritability
  • Brain fog during washout period
  • Unknown long-term effects (insufficient data)
  • Hypoglycemia (significant risk — insulin-like activity)
  • Acromegaly-like effects with excessive long-term use
  • Jaw and hand swelling
  • Organ hypertrophy with extreme doses
  • +2 more
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