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Follistatin-344

Myostatin-binding protein researched for muscle growth by removing the body's brake on muscle development.

Experimental
Independent — no supplier kickbacksReviewed against 1 peer-reviewed source Last updated 2026
Typical Cycle
4 weeks
Dose Range
50–100 mcg
Administration
subcutaneous
Evidence Level
Experimental
subcutaneous

What It Is

Follistatin-344 is a version of the natural protein follistatin, whose claim to fame is binding and neutralizing myostatin — the body's built-in brake on muscle growth. Remove the brake, the thinking goes, and muscle can grow beyond its normal genetic limit.

The dramatic myostatin-knockout images (super-muscular animals, rare super-strong children) are what drive interest, and follistatin does powerfully inhibit myostatin in research models. It also influences other growth factors in the TGF-beta family.

In practice it is one of the most expensive, most frequently counterfeited and least human-validated peptides here. Real follistatin protein is fragile and hard to dose, long-term effects are poorly understood, and short cycles are the norm.

What People Use It For

Muscle Growth (Myostatin Inhibition)

Blocks myostatin to allow greater muscle growth.

Powerful in animal models; human aesthetic evidence is limited and anecdotal

Body Composition

Used in short cycles aiming for lean-mass gains.

Mechanistically striking; real-world results inconsistent

Recovery (theoretical)

May support muscle repair via growth-factor modulation.

Speculative in humans

How Strong Is the Evidence?

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Experimental

Mostly preclinical (animal/in-vitro) evidence with a clear mechanism. Human effects are largely anecdotal.

Who It's For

Men

Experienced users chasing muscle growth beyond normal limits, aware of cost and counterfeit risk

Muscle growthBody composition

Use short cycles; long-term effects are unknown. Sourcing is a major issue — much of what is sold is underdosed or fake.

Women

Women are cautious candidates given potency and thin data

MuscleBody composition

Limited female data and a potent growth signal. Avoid with any cancer history and in pregnancy.

♀ Women's Notes

Limited female data; potent growth signal.

Warnings & Safety

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Hard Stops — Do Not Use If:

Avoid with any history of cancer — broadly promotes tissue growth.

Cautions — Use With Care If:

Use short cycles; long-term effects are poorly characterized.

Frequently underdosed or counterfeit — source carefully.

What to expect — side effects

Standardized data for Follistatin-344 is limited. These are the general effects to watch for with this type of compound.

Injection-site reactionCommon After injection

Rotate sites, use sterile technique, let alcohol dry before injecting.

Mild fatigue or headacheOccasional Early in a cycle

Hydrate and ease the dose; usually transient as your body adjusts.

Individual responses vary. Stop and consult a clinician for severe, persistent, or unexpected reactions.

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8.4/10
Avg Reported Benefit
sample
Muscle
Most Common Goal
this peptide
4 wks
Typical Cycle
from the guide
Muscle benefit reported82%
Body Composition improvement61%
Would use again90%

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