Tesamorelin is a synthetic peptide drug (a form of growth hormone\u2013releasing hormone, GHRH analog) used to stimulate the body to produce growth hormone (GH)\u2014and, as a result, IGF\u20111 (insulin-like growth factor 1).<\/p>\n
High-level what it\u2019s used for
\nIt\u2019s commonly prescribed for:
\n– Reducing excess abdominal fat in people with HIV-associated lipodystrophy (a redistribution of body fat).
\n(This is the main well-known approved indication in many jurisdictions.)<\/p>\n
How it works (conceptually)
\n– Tesamorelin acts on the pituitary gland
\n– It increases GH secretion
\n– GH increases IGF\u20111 production, which affects growth and metabolism<\/p>\n
Important context
\n– It\u2019s a prescription medication in countries where approved, not a general supplement.
\n– Like other hormones that affect the GH\/IGF\u20111 axis, it can have side effects and requires medical supervision.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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