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Vial: 5 mg

MGF (5 mg Vial)

Mechano Growth Factor (MGF) is a splice variant of IGF‑1 (IGF‑1Ec in humans) produced in response to mechanical stress and tissue damage. Research indicates MGF plays a role in muscle repair, satellite cell activation, and bone regeneration. This educational protocol presents a once‑daily subcutaneous approach using a practical dilution for clear insulin‑syringe measurements.

Detailed protocol below.

Dosing Schedule
WeekDaily Dose (mcg)Units (per injection) (mL)
Week 1100 mcg (0.1 mg)6 units (0.06 mL)
Week 2150 mcg (0.15 mg)9 units (0.09 mL)
Week 3200 mcg (0.2 mg)12 units (0.12 mL)
Week 4250 mcg (0.25 mg)15 units (0.15 mL)
Weeks 5–8300 mcg (0.3 mg)18 units (0.18 mL)
Supplies Needed
  • •Peptide Vials (MGF, 5 mg each):
  • •Insulin Syringes (U‑100):
  • •Bacteriostatic Water (10 mL bottles): Use ~3.0 mL per vial for reconstitution.
  • •Alcohol Swabs: One for the vial stopper + one for the injection site each day.
References

  • PLOS ONE (2013)

    Insulin‑like growth factor I (IGF‑1) Ec/Mechano Growth Factor: splice variant characterization within the growth plate

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  • Journal of Molecular Endocrinology (2003)

    Expression of IGF‑I splice variants and structural genes in repair of rabbit tendon

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  • International Orthopaedics (2011)

    Mechano growth factor E peptide promotes osteoblast proliferation and bone‑defect healing in rabbits

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  • Sigma‑Aldrich

    Storage and handling of synthetic peptides (stability and reconstitution guidelines)

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  • R&D Systems

    Recombinant human LR3 IGF‑I protein datasheet (storage and stability recommendations)

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  • CDC (Subcut Injection PDF)

    Vaccine administration: subcutaneous injection technique and site guidance

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  • Molecular Brain (2017)

    Mechano growth factor promotes neurogenesis in the aging mouse brain

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  • Experimental Cell Research (2008)

    MGF E‑peptide activates human muscle satellite cells

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  • Subcutaneous Drug Injection Review (PMC)

    Pharmacologic considerations of the subcutaneous route

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  • Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center

    How to give a subcutaneous injection (site rotation and technique)

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Educational content adapted from peptidedosages.com. Not medical advice.