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IGF-1 LR3

Long-Arg3 IGF-1

Long-acting form of IGF-1 that stimulates new muscle cell growth

Hormonal & NichePeptideRoute · SubQ / IMReviewed Apr 2026
01 — OVERVIEW
SYSTEMSHow IGF-1 LR3 affects you

Direct IGF-1 receptor activation.

Hypoglycemia risk

A modified form of IGF-1 with a 3-amino-acid extension and an Arg substitution — makes it ~3× more potent and much longer-acting than native IGF-1.

Half-life
~24 h
Potency
~3×
vs. native IGF-1
  • Bypasses IGF-binding proteins, giving 20–30× greater free bioavailability.
  • Half-life ~20–30 hours vs. ~20 minutes for native IGF-1.
  • Activates mTOR, driving protein synthesis and cell proliferation.

IGF-1 LR3 is a modified, longer-lasting version of Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 — the hormone responsible for most tissue growth downstream of growth hormone. Unlike standard muscle growth (which enlarges existing cells), IGF-1 can trigger hyperplasia — the creation of new muscle cells. It's an advanced compound with significant risks.

02 — PHARMACOKINETICS

How long it stays, how it leaves.

Half-life
24 h
Default concentration
1000 mcg
Common vial sizes
1000 mcg

Fixed dosing — not weight-adjusted. The calculator handles reconstitution math for common vial sizes so you inject the right volume every time.

03 — DOSING PROTOCOL

Three tiers, three goals.

beginner4 weeks on, 4 weeks off cycle
Dose
2040 mcg
Frequency
Once daily
Cycle
4 weeks on, 4 weeks off
intermediate4 weeks on, 4 weeks off cycle
Dose
4080 mcg
Frequency
Once daily (after workout)
Cycle
4 weeks on, 4 weeks off
advanced4-6 weeks on, 4 weeks off cycle
Dose
80120 mcg
Frequency
Once daily
Cycle
4-6 weeks on, 4 weeks off

Inject into the muscle you just trained

04 — SIDE EFFECTS

What people actually report.

  • Low blood sugar (can be dangerous)
  • Joint pain
  • Jaw/hand growth at high doses
  • Organ growth with long-term use
05 — WARNINGS

Before you start.

  • Serious risk of low blood sugar — always have candy/juice nearby
  • Doesn't use your body's safety limits — can cause excess growth
  • Must cycle on and off — don't run continuously
  • Not recommended without doctor supervision
  • Monitor blood sugar closely
06 — STACKING & INTERACTIONS

Combinations worth knowing.

Full Growth Stack

GH secretagogues raise your natural growth hormone while IGF-1 LR3 adds direct muscle cell stimulation. For advanced users only.

07 — CITATIONS & Q&A

Research behind the claims.

Yoshida T, Delafontaine P. · Cells · 2020
Comprehensive review of IGF-1 receptor signaling (PI3K/Akt/mTOR) that drives protein synthesis and muscle hypertrophy.

Ask anything, get cited answers.