Vita GHRP 5mg
5 mg · powder vial
$18.00 per mg
Vita GHRP 5mg: GHRP-2 (pralmorelin), 5 mg per vial, 1 vial. Ships from inside Canada in plain packaging, with tracking within 72 hours; free Canada Post shipping over $300.
Vita peptides- Compound
- GHRP-2 (pralmorelin)
- Strength
- 5 mg per vial
- Pack
- 1 vial
- Total per order
- 5 mg
- Form
- Freeze-dried powder
- Brand
- Vita
About Vita GHRP 5mg
GHRP-2 (pralmorelin) is a growth-hormone-releasing peptide used in Japan as a diagnostic test for growth hormone deficiency.
Vita: Each order is one vial holding 5 mg of freeze-dried powder. Mix it with bacteriostatic water before use.
Commonly used for
- Raising growth hormone
- Medical (Japan): GH-deficiency testing
Compound profile
- Formula
- C45H55N9O6
- Molecular weight
- 818.0 g/mol
- CAS number
- 158861-67-7
- PubChem
- CID 6918245
How it works
It activates ghrelin receptors, releasing GH and also raising cortisol, prolactin and appetite.
Clinical reference dose
Clinical reference: as a one-off diagnostic test the dose is 100 mcg injected into a vein. There is no approved ongoing dose.
Mixing: adding 2 ml of bacteriostatic water to this 5 mg vial gives 2.5 mg per ml. On a U-100 insulin syringe, 10 units (0.1 ml) then holds 0.25 mg.
Repeated use raises hunger and cortisol.
These are reference amounts from labels and clinical studies, not a personal recommendation. A doctor sets the right dose for you, using your bloodwork.
Measuring calculator
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Injection sites
GHRP 5mg comes as a freeze-dried powder. Once it is mixed with bacteriostatic water, peptides like this are usually given subcutaneously (subQ): into the fat just under the skin with a short insulin needle, not into muscle.
- Muscle
- Subcutaneous fat of the belly
- Group
- Abdominal wall
- Volume (nursing reference)
- Up to about 1 ml per site
- Needle
- 4–13 mm insulin needle, 29–31G
Finding it. Anywhere on the belly at least 5 cm (2 in) from the navel, avoiding scars, stretch marks and the belt line. Pinch a fold of skin and inject into the fold.
Why people choose it. The most-used subcutaneous site: the most fat, easy to see and reach, and absorption is steady. It is the first site listed on the labels of weekly GLP-1 pens.
Watch out. Move each injection at least 2–3 cm from the last one to avoid lumps (lipohypertrophy).
- Muscle
- Subcutaneous fat of the thigh
- Group
- Thigh
- Volume (nursing reference)
- Up to about 1 ml per site
- Needle
- 4–13 mm insulin needle, 29–31G
Finding it. The middle of the front of the thigh, a hand-width below the hip and above the knee.
Why people choose it. Easy to reach seated and a good second site to rotate with the belly.
Watch out. Absorption can be a little slower than the belly, and heavy leg exercise straight after may speed it up.
- Muscle
- Subcutaneous fat over the triceps
- Group
- Upper arm
- Volume (nursing reference)
- Up to about 1 ml per site
- Needle
- 4–13 mm insulin needle, 29–31G
Finding it. The fleshy back of the upper arm, halfway between the shoulder and the elbow.
Why people choose it. Adds a third site to rotate through, so each spot gets more rest.
Watch out. Hard to pinch and reach on yourself; most people need a helper here.
Why these sites for GHRP 5mg
Subcutaneous (subQ)- Belly first. The abdomen has the most fat and the steadiest absorption, and you can see what you are doing. The thigh and back of the arm are there to rotate into.
- Small volumes, short needle. SubQ injections are small (around 1 ml or less per spot). An insulin syringe (4–13 mm) reaches the fat without touching muscle; pinch the skin if you are lean.
- Rotate every time. Move each injection 2–3 cm from the last. Repeating one spot causes hard lumps under the skin that absorb unevenly.
Every time: wash your hands, wipe the vial top and the skin with alcohol and let it dry, use a new sterile needle and syringe, and never share. Get medical help for spreading redness, heat, swelling, pus, fever, numbness or pain that keeps getting worse. This is general reference information from standard nursing injection guidance, not medical advice; a pharmacist or nurse can show you the technique in person.
Combinations and interactions
Often compared or used with
- Compared with ipamorelin, which is more selective.
- Discussed with GHRH analogues such as CJC-1295.
Interactions to know
- Diabetes medicines: blood sugar can rise.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about everything you take, including supplements, before adding anything new.
Side effects and risks
Hunger
Strong appetite.
Cortisol and prolactin
Both rise.
Water retention
From GH.
Injection safety
Use a new sterile needle and syringe every time, wipe the stopper and skin with alcohol, and never share. Redness, heat or swelling that gets worse after a day or two can mean infection and needs a doctor.
Have active cancer, diabetes, or are pregnant.
In Canada: GHRP-2 (pralmorelin) is not approved by Health Canada for human use. It is sold as a research peptide.
Bloodwork checklist
- IGF-1
- Fasting glucose and A1C
- Lipid panel
- Blood pressure and weight at home
Your family doctor can order these, or you can pay for private testing at labs such as LifeLabs or Dynacare. Test before you start, after 6–8 weeks, and again after you stop.
Common questions
Which GHRP is this?
GHRP-2 (pralmorelin).
How fast does it ship?
Orders ship from inside Canada with a tracking number within 72 hours of payment. Weekend orders are packed on Sunday or Monday. Canada Post Xpresspost takes 2–5 business days to most cities; UPS or FedEx is faster. Shipping is free by Canada Post over $300 and by UPS or FedEx over $1,000.
How is it packaged?
In a plain box with no product names or branding on the outside.
Is GHRP-2 (pralmorelin) legal in Canada?
GHRP-2 (pralmorelin) is not approved by Health Canada for human use. It is sold as a research peptide.
Sources
- Clinical Usefulness of the Growth Hormone-Releasing Peptide-2 Test for Hypothalamic-Pituitary DisorderSuzuki S et al. · J Endocr Soc · 2022 · PMID 35795807
- Growth hormone releasing peptide-2 (GHRP-2), like ghrelin, increases food intake in healthy menLaferrère B et al. · J Clin Endocrinol Metab · 2005 · PMID 15699539
Chemical data and structures: PubChem, U.S. National Library of Medicine. Protein sequences: UniProt.
Specifications
| Compound | GHRP-2 (pralmorelin) |
|---|---|
| Strength | 5 mg per vial |
| Pack | 1 vial |
| Total per order | 5 mg |
| Form | Freeze-dried powder |
| Brand | Vita |
| SKU | GHRP-5MG-V2 |
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This information is educational and is not medical advice. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before using any hormone, peptide or prescription drug. For adults 18+ only.