PEG-MGF Dosing Calculator
PEG-MGF: PEGylated Mechano Growth Factor with extended half-life.
Pre-filled with the most-reported community reconstitution protocol for PEG-MGF. See how 1 mL and 2 mL of bacteriostatic water change concentration and syringe-draw volume, then adjust the calculator below for your own vial.
Quick answer · Community-reported standard
A 5 mg vial of PEG-MGF reconstituted with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water yields a concentration of 2.50 mg/mL. At that concentration, a 200 mcg dose of PEG-MGF equals 8 units on a U-100 insulin syringe (0.080 mL). PEG-MGF is typically administered every other day via subcutaneous.
PEG-MGF reconstitution: 1 mL vs 2 mL bac water
Bacteriostatic water volume is flexible. Less water means higher concentration and smaller injection volumes; more water means lower concentration and easier dose precision. Both options below are valid for a 5 mg vial.
| BAC water added | Concentration | Volume per 200 mcg dose | Draw on U-100 syringe (units) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mL | 5.00 mg/mL | 0.040 mL | 4 units |
| 2 mL | 2.50 mg/mL | 0.080 mL | 8 units |
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Alternative PEG-MGF protocols
Beyond the default above, PEG-MGF is also reported in the following protocols. Use these as starting points and recalculate with the tool above.
Post-Workout IM Protocol
Community- Dose
- 200-400 mcg
- Frequency
- Post-workout, 2-3 times per week
- Duration
- 6-8 weeks
- Route
- Intramuscular
Injected into trained muscle groups 4-8 hours post-workout; some users split dose across multiple muscles
Beginner Protocol
Community- Dose
- 100-200 mcg
- Frequency
- 2-3 times per week
- Duration
- 6-8 weeks
- Route
- Subcutaneous
Conservative starting dose; allows assessment of tolerance before increasing
Recovery/Injury Protocol
Community- Dose
- 200-300 mcg
- Frequency
- Daily for 5-7 days, then 2-3 times weekly
- Duration
- 4-6 weeks
- Route
- Subcutaneous
Higher initial frequency for acute injury support, tapering to maintenance; combined with BPC-157 or TB-500
Muscle recovery research
Clinical- Dose
- 200 mcg
- Frequency
- 2-3 times per week
- Duration
- 4-6 weeks
Subcutaneous injection. Extended half-life allows less frequent dosing than native MGF. No human clinical validation exists for any protocol.
Post-exercise recovery research
Clinical- Dose
- 200-500 mcg
- Frequency
- 2-3 times per week (on non-training days)
- Duration
- 4-8 weeks
Some protocols suggest administration on non-training days to separate the PEG-MGF signal from the natural post-exercise MGF pulse. This timing rationale has not been validated.
PEG-MGF reconstitution & storage
Reconstitute lyophilized PEG-MGF powder with bacteriostatic water. For a typical 2 mg vial, add 1-2 mL of diluent. Gently swirl (do not shake) until dissolved. Solution should be clear and colorless. PEG-MGF is more stable than native MGF in reconstituted form. Use within 2-3 weeks when refrigerated.
Store lyophilized powder at -20C for long-term storage or 2-8C short-term. Reconstituted solution should be stored at 2-8C and used within 2-3 weeks. Do not freeze reconstituted solution. Protect from light. PEG-MGF is significantly more stable than native MGF due to PEG protection.
PEG-MGF dosing FAQ
How much bacteriostatic water should I add to a 5 mg vial of PEG-MGF?
The community standard is 2 mL of bacteriostatic water for a 5 mg PEG-MGF vial. That gives a concentration of 2.50 mg/mL, so a 200 mcg dose is 8 units on a U-100 insulin syringe. Adding 1 mL instead doubles the concentration to 5.00 mg/mL and halves the draw to 4 units. Less water = smaller injection volume but harder to measure precisely.
How many syringe units is a 200 mcg dose of PEG-MGF?
On a standard U-100 insulin syringe, a 200 mcg dose of PEG-MGF is 8 units when the 5 mg vial is reconstituted with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water (2.50 mg/mL). If you use 1 mL of bac water instead, draw 4 units (5.00 mg/mL).
What is the standard PEG-MGF dose?
Community-reported protocols for PEG-MGF typically use 200 mcg–300 mcg every other day via Subcutaneous. 200 mcg is a common starting dose. Injected within 30 minutes post-workout for systemic satellite cell activation; SubQ in abdominal area
How long does a vial of PEG-MGF last at 200 mcg every other day?
A 5 mg vial of PEG-MGF contains roughly 25 doses at 200 mcg per injection. At every other day dosing, that is approximately 50 days (about 7 weeks) of supply per vial. Reconstituted PEG-MGF should generally be used within 28 days when refrigerated.
Where do you inject PEG-MGF?
PEG-MGF is typically injected subcutaneous. Common sites reported in the literature and by users include: Subcutaneous (abdomen), Subcutaneous (thigh), Subcutaneous (upper arm), Subcutaneous (near target area, for localized protocols). Rotate sites with each injection to reduce localized irritation.
Can I use sterile water instead of bacteriostatic water for PEG-MGF?
Bacteriostatic water (containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative) is strongly preferred for multi-dose vials like PEG-MGF because it inhibits microbial growth and lets a single vial be used over multiple weeks. Sterile water has no preservative and should generally be reserved for single-use preparations only.
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