Recovery & Repair
AHK-Cu Dosing & Reconstitution Calculator
Copper tripeptide analog used topically for hair growth and skin regeneration.
TL;DR - AHK-Cu is a recovery & repair peptide with a typical starting dose of 50 mg. For a 100 mg vial, add 2 mL bacteriostatic water to yield 50 mg/mL.
50 mg
Start Dose
100 mg
Vial
2 mL
BAC Water
50
mg/mL
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How do I reconstitute AHK-Cu?
Add 2 mL of bacteriostatic water to a 100 mg vial, injecting slowly down the inside wall. Swirl gently; never shake. This yields a concentration of 50 mg/mL.
What is the recommended dose of AHK-Cu?
A typical research dose is 50 mg. Consult the ASCEND calculator for your specific vial concentration and draw volume.
How many doses are in a AHK-Cu vial?
A 100 mg vial reconstituted with 2 mL BAC water yields approximately 2 doses at 50 mg each.
How many IU is 50 mg of AHK-Cu on a syringe?
With a 100 mg vial reconstituted in 2 mL bacteriostatic water, the concentration is 50 mg/mL. For a 50 mg dose: Volume = 50 mg ÷ 50 mg/mL = 1 mL. Draw to the 100 line on a 100-unit insulin syringe. You can adjust these values in the ASCEND calculator for any vial size.
What does a AHK-Cu dosage calculator do?
A AHK-Cu dosage calculator converts your vial size and BAC water volume into an exact syringe draw in IU. Enter your vial strength (100 mg), reconstitution volume (2 mL), and target dose to get the precise line to draw on an insulin syringe.
What is the AHK-Cu reconstitution calculator formula?
Draw volume (mL) = Dose (mg) divided by Concentration (mg/mL). For a 100 mg vial with 2 mL BAC water: concentration = 50 mg/mL. For a 50 mg dose, the ASCEND calculator gives the exact IU line on your syringe instantly.
Peptide Intelligence
How does AHK-Cu differ from GHK-Cu?
AHK-Cu (Ala-His-Lys-Cu) is a copper tripeptide analog used primarily for hair loss research. While GHK-Cu has broader tissue remodeling effects, AHK-Cu shows specificity for follicular stimulation and scalp angiogenesis in topical research models.
What is the primary research application for AHK-Cu?
AHK-Cu is researched primarily as a hair growth stimulant. Studies suggest it promotes follicular cell proliferation, inhibits DHT-induced damage, and improves scalp microcirculation when applied topically or injected intradermally.
What concentration is AHK-Cu typically used at?
Topical formulations typically use 0.05–0.5% concentrations. Intradermal mesotherapy protocols use lower concentrations with microneedling. Subcutaneous protocols follow similar dosing to GHK-Cu, typically 1–2 mg per dose.
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Research Guides
Bacteriostatic Water Guide
What it is & why it matters for reconstitution
How Much BAC Water for AHK-Cu?
100 mg vial reconstitution recipe + concentration table
AHK-Cu on Insulin Syringe
50 mg draw on 30u / 50u / 100u syringes
AHK-Cu + GHK-Cu Stack
Skin remodeling + hair follicle support
Insulin Syringe Guide
Choosing the right gauge & volume for your draw
Multi-Lab Verification Standard
How ASCEND ensures dosing accuracy
Data last reviewed 2026-06-03 · Methodology →
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