Nurotropin® Safety Profile
Nurotropin® is an 191-amino acid, similar to natural human growth hormone, in the form of sterile lyophilized powder. Since the drug’s active compound is rHGH, the contraindications, side effects in short-term and prolonged usage do not have any unique features.
However, the patient needs to review safety measures and consider possible drawbacks before administering Nurotropin®.
Nurotropin Contraindications
If a person has any health problems, it’s recommended to seek medical advice beforehand. The following conditions are viewed as absolute contraindications for Nurotropin usage:
- Having an acute illness, involving recent invasive procedures, such as open-heart or abdomen surgeries;
- Suffering from respiratory distress or arrest;
- Undergoing treatment of major traumas or systemic disorders;
- Having a predisposition for malignant neoplasms, being diagnosed with cancer, or undergoing treatment for cancer;
- Being diagnosed with diabetes, predisposed to diabetes, or observing a high glucose level in one’s bloodwork;
- Being hypersensitive to HGH usage;
- Being diagnosed with pancreatitis;
- Planning a pregnancy, being pregnant or nursing.
If the patient doesn’t know about hypersensitivity to HGH and had an allergic reaction, it should be promptly addressed in a healthcare facility.
Prolonged Use of Nurotropin
It’s not recommended to use Nurotropin for more than 6-8 months without the rest period. For the most part, the community has seen studies, overviews and reports on HGH’s effects in short-term use. Prolonged use of HGH is still researched.
However, there is some evidence of rhGH side effects in the long term.
Malignant Neoplasms
HGH doesn’t cause cancer per se. Yet if the person has a pre-existing condition, the drug can accelerate its growth since it does promote cell growth in general.
Patients who have a family history or are at risk of tumor development should weigh their options carefully, while considering the HGH cycle. It’s important to go through routine check-ups in order to make sure there’s no malignant activity.
Otherwise, there’s a chance HGH can factor in a tumor's growth rate, specifically in higher dosages.
Heart Conditions
Some studies suggest that HGH can influence cardiovascular health if the patient uses increased dosages or expands cycle length beyond recommended.
To be more specific, HGH misuse can cause cardiomegaly and worsen heart function further.
Insulin Resistance
Long-term usage of rHGH can cause hyperinsulinemia, insulin resistance or diabetes. If the exposure to elevated HGH levels remains for a long period of time, they can be mimicked by insulin secretion as the body’s compensatory reaction.
This effect can be explained through antagonistic mechanisms of HGH and insulin. HGH stimulates lipolysis, whereas insulin promotes lipogenesis. Growth hormone can suppress insulin effects, therefore inducing insulin resistance through increased free fatty acid flux in system circulation.
Nurotropin Side Effects
The most common Nurotropin side effects include:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome;
- Joint, muscle or nerve pain;
- Water retention and swelling of lower and upper body parts;
- High glucose and/or cholesterol levels in blood;
- Numbness or tingling in the skin as symptoms of the carpal tunnel syndrom;
- Acromegaly;
- Increased brain pressure;
- Breast enlargement;
- Some symptoms may be caused by increased brain pressure, such as vision issues, headaches, nausea and vomiting.
If the potency of side effects concerns the patient, he should lower the dosage by 25% for a few weeks and see if they subside.
Since Nurotropin should be injected intramuscularly or subcutaneously, there may be signs of irritation at the injection site. It’s not recommended to inject the drug into bruised areas. The patient should always rotate injection sites to avoid unwanted side effects.
Nurotropin Dosage Guideline
The optimal dosage will depend on the patient’s goal and differ between 1 and 8 UI per day. For the first-time users, it’s recommended to start with minimal dosages, which is:
- 1-2 UI per day for women;
- 2-3 UI per day for men.
The minimal dosages resemble HGH doses in patients with human growth deficiencies. Patients who pursue purely cosmetic goals, such as improving skin and hair condition, losing weight or undergoing anti-aging procedures, shouldn’t take more than 2 UI per day.
If the person wants to use Nurotropin as a performance-enhancing drug, the dosage will depend on their previous experience with HGH and sex:
- For men, the dosage will vary between 2 and 8 UI per day;
- For women, the recommended dosage will range between 1 and 4 UI per day.
It’s important to note that high dosage is always followed by increased side effects’ risks.
If the patient chooses to administer higher dosages, he should consult a licensed medical professional to monitor blood work and undergo routine medical check-ups. The responsibility for the patient's health is his only.
HGH Legality
Nurotropin or any other rhGH is banned by WADA for competing athletes as a PED. The committee can perform tests months before the event to ensure fair competition. If HGH usage is detected, the restrictions will follow.
