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They are fast-acting and effective, but long-term use causes skin thinning, telangiectasia (visible blood vessels), and tachyphylaxis (reduced effectiveness over time)
Typical GLOW dosing uses pre-mixed blends at 0.9 to 1.8 mg daily subcutaneously for six to eight weeks with a 90 day maximum continuous use followed by 30 day washout period
TB-500 has a broader systemic reach including muscle, heart, and connective tissue
A 1mL reconstitution of a 5mg vial produces 5,000 mcg/mL, meaning a 250 mcg dose is only 5 units
Can MSCs differentiate into hyaline articular chondrocytes instead of CLCs