Dihexa vs TB-500
Emerging vs Well Studied
compatible Different targets; no known interactions.
Molecular Data
Dihexa TB-500
Weight 504.7 Da 4,963.44 Da
Half-life 8-12 days ~2 hours
Chain — 43 amino acids
Type Modified oligopeptide Thymosin fragment
Key Benefits
Dihexa
01 Dramatic synaptogenesis promotion
02 10 million times more potent than BDNF
03 Cognitive enhancement and memory improvement
04 Neuroprotection and potential neuroregeneration
05 Applications for Alzheimer's, TBI, age-related cognitive decline
06 Oral bioavailability
TB-500
01 Superior systemic tissue repair
02 Accelerated muscle, tendon, and ligament healing
03 Enhanced cell migration and angiogenesis
04 Comprehensive regenerative effects
05 Neuroprotective properties
Dosing Protocols
Dihexa
8-10mg oral or 2-5mg injectable (0.5mg/kg based on research) / Once daily in the morning
Research protocol 0.5mg/kg daily Daily or 3x weekly
Standard injectable 2-5mg total 1x daily
TB-500
2-5mg per injection (higher doses for serious injuries) / 2-3x weekly (e.g., Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
General tissue repair 2-3mg 2x weekly
Serious injury recovery 4-5mg 3x weekly
Athletic enhancement 2-3mg 2x weekly
Chronic conditions 3-4mg 2-3x weekly
Maintenance 2mg 1-2x weekly
Post-surgical recovery 3-5mg 3x weekly
Side Effects
Dihexa
Headaches (most frequent side effect)
Anxiety or overstimulation
Sleep disruption when dosed late in day
Mental clarity increase
TB-500
Generally minimal side effects
Possible mild injection site reactions
Temporary fatigue in some users
Contraindications
Not FDA approved - research compound only
Theoretical cancer risk via c-Met activation
Cancer history (avoid due to c-Met pathway)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
No long-term human safety data
Active cancer treatment (due to angiogenic effects)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Immunosuppressive medications (consult provider)
WADA prohibited for competitive athletes
Research Evidence
Dihexa TB-500
Status Emerging Well Studied
References 3 studies 4 studies
Latest 2024 March 2024
FDA Approved No No
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