What are the side effects of Humanin?
The most commonly reported Humanin side effects are generally well tolerated, limited safety data, short cycles preferred. Most are mild and tend to be dose dependent. It is generally avoided with pregnancy / nursing. Human clinical evidence for Humanin is limited, so this reflects reported and observed effects, not a complete safety profile.
Reported Humanin side effects
- Generally well tolerated
- Limited safety data, short cycles preferred
Who should avoid it
- Pregnancy / nursing
- No data in active malignancy
Bloodwork worth tracking
- Fasting glucose / insulin if running longer
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.