Human RCTPubMed ID: 24092828·2013

Tesamorelin Reduces Cardiovascular Risk Markers in HIV-Associated Lipodystrophy

Stein JH, Merwood MA, Bellehumeur C, et al.

The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2013 · n = 99

Key finding

Tesamorelin reduced triglycerides by 234 mg/dL, decreased hs-CRP by 34%, and improved flow-mediated vasodilation by 1.8%.

Summary

Study of tesamorelin effects on lipid profile, inflammatory markers, and vascular function in HIV patients.

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TesamorelinL5

An FDA-approved GHRH analog used for HIV-associated lipodystrophy, with research into broader metabolic and cognitive applications.

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