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Epithalon vs IGF-1 LR3

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

Anti-Aging & Longevity
Epithalon
Anabolic & IGF
IGF-1 LR3
Summary
Epithalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide developed from the pineal gland extract Epithalamin by Russian scientist Dr. Vladimir Khavinson. It is one of the most researched longevity peptides, known for activating telomerase and extending telomere length — the molecular hallmarks of cellular aging.
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
2–4 hours
20–30 hours
Admin Route
SubQ, Sublingual
SubQ, IM
Research
Typical Dose
5–10 mg total per cycle
40–80 mcg
Frequency
0.5–1 mg daily
Once daily or split twice daily
Key Benefits
  • Activates telomerase enzyme, extending telomere length
  • May slow cellular and biological aging
  • Regulates melatonin production and circadian rhythms
  • Improves sleep quality
  • Powerful antioxidant properties
  • May reduce incidence of age-related diseases
  • Supports immune system function
  • Studied for cancer prevention properties in animal models
  • 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
  • Injection site irritation (mild)
  • Temporary sleep changes during cycle (usually improves)
  • Rare: fatigue
  • 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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