Somatropin
GH axisFDA-approved (labeled use)HGH · rhGH
Recombinant growth hormone. The only catalog item that should use the 3 IU ≈ 1 mg conversion by default.
- Typical form
- Lyophilized vial
- Typical route
- Subcutaneous
- Display unit
- iu
- Typical vial
- 3.33 mg
- Half-life (approx.)
- 3 h
- Default in-use window
- 28 days
Labeled / commonly logged
Typical protocol
A snapshot of how this compound is logged — not a prescription. You set every number.
- Common range
- 1–2 IU
- Starting log
- 2 IU
- Cadence
- Daily
- Timing
- Bedtime SubQ on labeled products
- Duration
- Labeled replacement is individualized by a clinician
The only catalog item that should use 3 IU ≈ 1 mg. Community logs often sit at 1–2 IU daily. Do not apply this IU table to secretagogues.
Reconstitution note
10 IU vial + 1 mL → 2 IU is 20 units on a U-100. Always pair IU with milligrams.
Storage
Follow the product. Typically fridge; do not freeze mixed.
Cautions
IU is biological activity. Do not apply 3 IU/mg to secretagogues.
Evidence posture
Approved products exist for labeled indications.