Supplements
Tesamorelin scores moderately on effectiveness due to robust RCTs demonstrating 10-18% VAT reduction at 2mg/day in HIV patients (e.g., Falutz et al., Lancet 2010: n=404, P<0.0001; Stanley et al., 2024: n=38, P=0.001), via GH/IGF-1 stimulation. However, evidence is specific to HIV lipodystrophy; off-label general use lacks trials. Safety is low: FDA label warns of IGF-1-driven cancer risk, 5x diabetes hazard, 17% injection reactions, contraindications limit broad use. As a 5mg research vial, qual
Avoid this product as a general supplement due to high risks and lack of regulation. Only consider under medical supervision for FDA-indicated HIV lipodystrophy. Research peptides pose purity and legality issues.