How to Reconstitute CJC-1295
CJC-1295 reconstitution is straightforward but you must know which version you have. The no-DAC version (Mod GRF 1-29) uses microgram dosing similar to Ipamorelin. The DAC version uses milligram dosing with different water volumes.
Key Points
Step-by-Step Guide
Identify Your Version
CJC-1295 no DAC (Mod GRF 1-29): typically 2 mg or 5 mg vials, dosed in mcg. CJC-1295 with DAC: typically 2 mg vials, dosed in mg. Different calculations required.
No-DAC Calculation
5 mg vial + 2.5 mL BAC water = 200 mcg per 0.1 mL. This matches common Ipamorelin concentrations for convenient stack dosing from the same syringe.
DAC Calculation
2 mg vial + 1 mL BAC water = 2 mg/mL. Draw 1 mL for a full 2 mg dose. Simpler math but larger injection volume.
Reconstitute Carefully
Both versions dissolve easily. Inject BAC water against vial wall. Swirl gently. Clear solution within 60 seconds.
Store Appropriately
No-DAC: refrigerate, use within 4-6 weeks. DAC version may have slightly longer stability due to the albumin-binding domain, but refrigerate and use within 6 weeks.
Warnings & Precautions
- !Do NOT confuse DAC and no-DAC dosing—they are fundamentally different.
- !No-DAC is dosed in micrograms; DAC in milligrams.
- !Using DAC dosing for no-DAC (or vice versa) causes massive over/under-dosing.
- !Always verify which version you have before reconstituting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I tell DAC from no-DAC by looking at the vial?
Only by the label. The lyophilized powder looks identical. This is why purchasing from reputable sources with clear labeling is essential. If unsure, treat as no-DAC (lower dose) for safety.
Should I match CJC-1295 concentration to Ipamorelin?
For no-DAC: yes, matching concentrations (e.g., both at 200 mcg/0.1 mL) allows drawing equal volumes for stack dosing. This simplifies syringe math considerably.
How many doses per CJC-1295 vial?
No-DAC 5 mg at 100 mcg/dose: 50 doses. DAC 2 mg at 2 mg/dose: 1 dose per vial. DAC is consumed much faster, which is offset by its 1-2x weekly dosing schedule.