Catestatin
Also known as: Chromogranin A Fragment, CST
Endogenous antimicrobial peptide derived from chromogranin A; inhibits catecholamine release and has potent antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and cardiovascular effects.
- Typical dose
- 50 mcg – 200 mcg
- Frequency
- once daily
- Route
- Subcutaneous
- Half-life
- 1 hours
- Routes
- Subcutaneous
- Status
- Research chemical
Benefits
- Blood pressure regulation
- Antimicrobial activity
- Anti-inflammatory
- Cardiovascular protection
Dosing
A common research range for Catestatin is 50 mcg to 200 mcg once daily. Investigational; minimal human dosing data. These figures are reference points from published literature, not a prescription — your protocol should be set with a licensed provider.
Reconstitution
A typical reconstitution for Catestatin is 1 mg of peptide in 1 mL of bacteriostatic water, giving roughly 1 mg per mL. Vial's built-in calculator works out the exact syringe draw for any vial size and dose.
Half-life
Catestatin has an approximate half-life of 1 hours. Vial plots the real concentration curve from your logged doses so you can see peak windows and when levels taper.
Storage
2-8°C.
Reported side effects
- Hypotension (theoretical)
- Injection site irritation
Contraindications
- Hypotension
Commonly stacked with
Track Catestatin with Vial
Vial logs every Catestatin dose, plots its half-life curve, calculates reconstitution math, and keeps your whole protocol on schedule — on-device and private. Download Vial on the App Store →
This page is for educational and harm-reduction purposes only. Catestatin is not FDA-approved for most uses described here. Always consult a licensed physician before starting any peptide protocol. Vial does not sell peptides, recommend vendors, or provide medical advice.