What is the half-life of Humanin?
Humanin has a reported half life of ~minutes (rapid clearance), given subcutaneous. That is why it is typically dosed daily. A shorter half life means more frequent dosing to keep blood levels steady, a longer one lets you space doses further apart.
Quick facts
- Half-life: ~minutes (rapid clearance)
- Route: Subcutaneous
- Typical schedule: Daily
- Cycle length: 4-8 weeks
References
- Humanin: a harbinger of mitochondrial-derived peptides — Lee C et al., Trends Endocrinol Metab, 2013
- Humanin: a novel central regulator of peripheral insulin action — Muzumdar RH et al., PLoS One, 2009
- Neuroprotective Action of Humanin and Humanin Analogues: Research Findings and Perspectives — Karachaliou CE & Livaniou E, Biology (Basel), 2023
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Last updated 2026-06-06.