This mechanism raises the critical discontinuation question - does stopping GHK-Cu immediately halt enhanced collagen production returning synthesis rates to pre-treatment baseline, or does the improved dermal environment created during treatment continue supporting elevated collagen production through positive feedback mechanisms where better matrix structure itself promotes ongoing synthesis even without continuous peptide stimulation
The skin-specific mechanisms of GHK-Cu include stimulation of Type I and Type III procollagen synthesis, increased production of dermatan sulfate and other glycosaminoglycans, activation of the enzyme lysyl oxidase (which cross-links newly formed collagen), reduction of matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP-1, collagenase) activity, and anti-inflammatory suppression of TNF-alpha-induced IL-6 secretion
enhances tear film stability
For Lebers optic atrophy or smokers blindness, the usual dose starts at 1000mcg, given daily for 2 weeks, followed by twice weekly
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