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CJC-1295 (no DAC)

GHRH analog. Pairs with Ipamorelin to amplify natural GH pulses. The 'no-DAC' version stays short-acting on purpose.

GH-axis
Evidence: Limited
Half-life
~30 min (no DAC)
Route
Subcutaneous
Cycle
8-12 weeks on, 4 weeks off
Schedule
1-3x daily, paired with Ipamorelin
In plain English

CJC-1295 (the 'no-DAC' version) is the partner peptide to Ipamorelin. Together they push a stronger natural GH pulse. Always paired, never run alone in this protocol.

Status & legality
Natty?
Not natty
FDA
Not approved

Not FDA approved.

Compounding
Category 1

Compounding pharmacies may prepare under physician prescription (post Feb 2026 reclassification, pending formal FDA publication).

WADA
Banned (S2)
Prescribed

Some longevity clinics prescribe via compounding pharmacies, off-label.

Who it's for

  • →Users stacking with Ipamorelin (the canonical pair)
  • →People wanting GH benefits while preserving the natural pulse rhythm

What to expect

  1. Week 1

    Stronger GH pulse felt as deeper sleep, more vivid dreams.

  2. Week 4

    Recovery and skin improvements compound.

  3. Week 8

    IGF-1 measurably higher in most users.

Dosing protocol

100 mcg sub-q, 1-3x daily, paired 1:1 with Ipamorelin.

Stacks well with

Ipamorelin (always)
MK-677 if oral GH-secretagogue tolerance is fine (off-label)

Side effects

01Head-rush
02Brief facial flush
03Hunger pulse

When NOT to use

  • ⚠Active malignancy
  • ⚠Pregnancy / nursing

Bloodwork to monitor

  • • IGF-1 baseline + week 8

Common mistakes

  • • Using the DAC version expecting the same pulse profile (it's not the same)
  • • Eating right after the dose
  • • Skipping the cycle break

Educational only. User-specific dosing is between you and a qualified provider.

Frequently asked

What is CJC-1295 (no DAC)?+
CJC-1295 (the 'no-DAC' version) is the partner peptide to Ipamorelin. Together they push a stronger natural GH pulse. Always paired, never run alone in this protocol.
Is CJC-1295 (no DAC) FDA approved?+
Not FDA approved.
Is CJC-1295 (no DAC) banned by WADA?+
CJC-1295 (no DAC) is on the WADA prohibited list under Banned (S2).
Are you still natty after taking CJC-1295 (no DAC)?+
No. CJC-1295 (no DAC) is a performance-enhancing peptide and would disqualify a strict natty claim.
Do doctors prescribe CJC-1295 (no DAC)?+
Some longevity clinics prescribe via compounding pharmacies, off-label.
What's the typical dose of CJC-1295 (no DAC)?+
100 mcg sub-q, 1-3x daily, paired 1:1 with Ipamorelin.
What are the side effects of CJC-1295 (no DAC)?+
Common side effects include: Head-rush; Brief facial flush; Hunger pulse. Less common effects and full safety details are on the entry page.
How long until CJC-1295 (no DAC) starts working?+
Stronger GH pulse felt as deeper sleep, more vivid dreams.