Research Reconstitution Reference
Ipamorelin Reconstitution with Bacteriostatic Water
Standard research-protocol ratio: 2 mL bacteriostatic water per 5 mg ipamorelin vial → 2.5 mg/mL. At that concentration, a 200 mcg research dose draws to 8 units on a U-100 insulin syringe. Research and laboratory use only.
Direct Answer
5 mg ipamorelin + 2 mL bacteriostatic water = 2.5 mg/mL. Use 0.9% benzyl alcohol bacteriostatic water for the 28-day refrigerated multi-draw window. For ipamorelin + CJC-1295 combined research protocols, verify compound compatibility before reconstitution.
Ipamorelin Reconstitution Chart
| Vial Strength | BAC Water to Add | Final Concentration | Draw Volume (Example) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mg | 1.0 mL | 2.0 mg/mL | 0.10 mL (10 units) for 200 mcg |
| 5 mg | 2.0 mL | 2.5 mg/mL | 0.08 mL (8 units) for 200 mcg |
| 5 mg | 1.0 mL | 5.0 mg/mL | 0.04 mL (4 units) for 200 mcg |
| 10 mg | 2.0 mL | 5.0 mg/mL | 0.04 mL (4 units) for 200 mcg |
| 10 mg | 5.0 mL | 2.0 mg/mL | 0.10 mL (10 units) for 200 mcg |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much bacteriostatic water do I add to a 5 mg ipamorelin vial?
Standard research-protocol ratio: 2 mL of bacteriostatic water per 5 mg lyophilized ipamorelin vial → 2.5 mg/mL final concentration. At that concentration, a 200 mcg research dose draws to 0.08 mL (8 units on a U-100 insulin syringe), and a 300 mcg dose draws to 12 units.
Why bacteriostatic water for ipamorelin research?
Ipamorelin research protocols are multi-dose (often daily or twice-daily over weeks). The 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative in bacteriostatic water maintains the reconstituted vial's safe in-use window across 28 days refrigerated. Sterile water is preservative-free and not suitable for multi-draw protocols.
How long is reconstituted ipamorelin stable in bacteriostatic water?
Published peptide-stability data for ipamorelin in bacteriostatic water indicates 28 days refrigerated at 2–8 °C as the conservative upper bound. Protect from light. Discard immediately on cloudiness, color change, or particulates regardless of date.
Can I combine ipamorelin and CJC-1295 in the same bacteriostatic water vial?
Some research protocols use a combined ipamorelin + CJC-1295 reconstitution to simplify drawing. The math: combine the mg of both peptides as a total, then add bacteriostatic water for the target combined concentration. Example: 5 mg ipamorelin + 5 mg CJC-1295 + 2 mL bacteriostatic water → 5 mg/mL combined. Check the published research literature for compound-compatibility before combining — most research protocols document specific combinations.
What's the typical research dose volume for ipamorelin at 2.5 mg/mL?
Most ipamorelin research draws are 100–300 mcg, which at 2.5 mg/mL corresponds to 4–12 units on a U-100 insulin syringe (0.04–0.12 mL). For sub-0.10 mL draws, a 0.5 mL low-dose insulin syringe with half-unit gradations gives better precision than a 1 mL syringe.
Where do I source verified bacteriostatic water for ipamorelin research?
BAC Water Depot (bacwaterdepot.com) ships USA-manufactured 10 mL bacteriostatic water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, ISO 9001:2015 facility, three independent third-party laboratories per lot, per-lot CoA published. Single $9.99, 10-pack $74.99, bulk from $6.49/vial.
