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MGF E-domain

Also known as Mechano Growth Factor · IGF-1Ec splice variant

IGF-1 splice variant peptide studied preclinically for muscle repair signaling.

Tier Cextreme riskadvancedWADA S2
Tier C
Evidence
Protocol
extreme
Risk
subcut.
Route

WADA S2

This substance falls under WADA S2 (Peptide Hormones, Growth Factors, Related Substances and Mimetics). If you are subject to anti-doping rules, this category of substances is prohibited at all times.

No Human Data

No human exposure data has been identified for this substance. All available evidence comes from animal models or in vitro studies. Safety in humans is completely unknown.

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MGF E-domain evidence and risk matrix

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Evidence

Tier C

Risk

extreme

Regulatory

not approved

WADA

S2

FDA

unknown

Route

subcutaneous

Mixed evidence profile. Useful for comparison, not a standalone protocol decision.

Overview

MGF (Mechano Growth Factor) E-domain relates to IGF-1 splice variants and muscle repair signaling. Preclinical localized delivery studies exist. The mechanism involves IGF-1 receptor signaling with differences across variants. WADA lists MGF under growth factor modulators.

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Research Details

Mechanism of Action

IGF-1 splice variant involved in muscle repair signaling; IGF-1 receptor signaling with variant-specific differences.

Administration Routes

subcutaneous

Study Dose Range

Preclinical: localized delivery studies. No established human dosing.

Expected Effects

Muscle repair signaling in preclinical models.

Dosing Timeline

Preclinical outcomes vary by model.

Contraindications

No human data.

Adverse Effects

Limited data; growth-factor class concerns apply.

Interaction Notes

Unknown.

Cost at a glance

No reliable cycle cost estimate yet. We need cleaner listing price and pack-size data before showing a trustworthy number.

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Information provided for educational and research reference only. Not medical advice. Not for diagnosing, treating, curing, or preventing disease. Products referenced are labeled Research Use Only (RUO) by vendors; not for human or veterinary use.

Sources and review notes

  1. Certain Bulk Drug Substances for Use in Compounding that May Present Significant Safety Risks - U.S. Food and Drug Administration - accessed 2026-05-15

    Used for FDA compounding-risk context and peptide safety flags.

  2. The Prohibited List - World Anti-Doping Agency - accessed 2026-05-15

    Used for athlete-facing WADA risk and peptide-class restrictions.

  3. Peptide therapeutics: current status and future directions - PubMed / Nature Reviews Drug Discovery - accessed 2026-05-15

    Used for broad peptide-therapeutics background and evidence framing.

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