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Absorption differences: injection vs topical Subcutaneous injection absorption: Rapid absorption into bloodstream Peak plasma concentration: 15-30 minutes 80-90% bioavailability Reaches target tissues quickly Systemic distribution Topical application absorption: Slower penetration through skin barrier Peak tissue concentration: 1-3 hours 5-15% bioavailability (most doesn't penetrate) Primarily local effects (skin where applied) Minimal systemic exposure Absorption comparison table: Why injection more effective: Direct systemic delivery Reaches all tissues Predictable dosing Lower total dose needed Better for body-wide effects When topical makes sense: Face/neck cosmetic use only Avoiding injections Already using skincare routine Combining both approaches (injection + topical) See our GHK-Cu 50mg copper peptide dosage guide for injection protocols

Phase 2 trial results (48 weeks, adults with obesity): 1 mg dose: 7.2% body weight loss 4 mg dose: 12.9% body weight loss 8 mg dose: 17.3% body weight loss 12 mg dose: 24.2% body weight loss Placebo: 1.6% body weight loss Phase 3 TRIUMPH-4 results: 9 mg dose: 20.0% body weight loss (22.9 kg / 50.5 lbs) 12 mg dose: 23.7% body weight loss (27.2 kg / 60.0 lbs) Placebo: 4.6% body weight loss In a separate phase 3 analysis, retatrutide at the highest dose achieved up to 28.7% weight loss
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Next, we used indirect calorimetry to assess the extent to which SLC25A45 deletion altered fuel choice at the organismal level