MOTS-C (5 mg Vial)
Dosing & reconstitution protocol
Quick Reference
Overview
MOTS-C is a 16-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide that enhances metabolic homeostasis through AMPK activation. At 1.67 mg/mL, 1 unit = 0.01 mL ≈ 16.7 mcg. Morning administration preferred to mimic exercise-induced release patterns. For 2.0 mg doses (120 units), split into two 60-unit injections.
Dosing & Reconstitution Guide
| Phase | Daily Dose | Units | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weeks 1–2 | 500 mcg (0.5 mg) | 30 units | 0.30 mL |
| Weeks 3–4 | 1000 mcg (1.0 mg) | 60 units | 0.60 mL |
| Weeks 5–6 | 1500 mcg (1.5 mg) | 90 units | 0.90 mL |
| Weeks 7–8 | 2000 mcg (2.0 mg) | 120 units* | split into 2 injections |
Reconstitution Instructions
Draw 3.0 mL bacteriostatic water with a sterile syringe.
Inject slowly down the vial wall; avoid foaming.
Gently swirl/roll until dissolved (do not shake vigorously).
Label and refrigerate at 2–8 °C, protected from light; use within 2–4 weeks.
This guide is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. For research use only. Not for human consumption.
Supplies Needed
- ✓Peptide Vials (MOTS-C, 5 mg): 12 vials (avg ~1.1 mg/day)
- ✓Insulin Syringes (U-100): 56 syringes (7/week)
- ✓Bacteriostatic Water (10 mL): 4 bottles (36 mL needed)
- ✓Alcohol Swabs: 2 × 100-count boxes (112 swabs)
Dosing Protocol
Schedule
Inject once daily subcutaneously. Morning administration preferred. *For 2.0 mg doses exceeding 100 units, split into two separate injections at different sites.
Cycling
4–8 weeks on, followed by 4–8 weeks off. Avoid continuous long-term use without breaks.
Timing
Consistent daily timing; rotate injection sites (abdomen, thighs, upper arms).
Storage & Handling
- ✓Lyophilized: Store at −20 °C (essential) in dry, dark conditions with desiccant.
- ✓Reconstituted: Refrigerate at 2–8 °C; use within 2–4 weeks for optimal potency.
- ✓Handling: Allow vials to reach room temperature before opening; avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.
- ✓Protect from light and moisture; use aseptic technique when withdrawing doses.
Important Notes
- ✓All products sold by JA Performance Peptides are intended strictly for laboratory research purposes and are not approved for human consumption, veterinary use, or therapeutic application. Not for human use.
- ✓Use new sterile insulin syringes for each injection; dispose in a sharps container.
- ✓Rotate injection sites systematically to reduce local irritation.
- ✓If doses fall below 30 units, consider using 50- or 30-unit syringes for improved readability.
- ✓For 2.0 mg doses exceeding single-syringe capacity, split into two separate injections.