Safety and Regulation: Since it is not approved by major regulatory bodies like the FDA for any medical use, its presence in blood when administered as a supplement or drug raises questions about safety, efficacy, and legal implications
While some individuals may notice subtle improvements in appetite, sleep, or energy shortly after starting treatment, most benefits develop gradually over time as the body responds to the peptides signaling effects
24 GLP-1, used for treating diabetes, is quickly broken down in the body, requiring high doses that can cause side effects like nausea
effective consumer topicals typically contain 1% to 2% GHK-Cu
The daily injection requirement deters some patients but provides steady levels without the peaks and troughs of weekly dosing