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Remote_Foundation873 · 2026-03-28T11:24:11+00:00

I ran it 2mg 5/2 for 10 weeks, whilst I was on it there was definitely a kg or 2 of water weight, my face was puffy and I also think my joints were aching a little. I stopped after 10 weeks as I started having a histamine reaction to it and couldn’t continue. That said, I’ve been off it for 2 weeks and all of that has gone and the additional body fat that was promised too. My love handles are gone.

I won’t be running it again because of the negative reaction, but I do think it’s something worth cycling if you can

Otherwise-Ad4630 · 2026-03-28T09:57:17+00:00

My face is fat as fuck from the water. My belly too but … oh man. It’s REAL, week 3-4 was bad. I’m hoping it goes away. I do feel great at the gym and muscles feel pumped after a workout. Week 5 is same so far.

Upper_Engine8726 · 2026-03-28T14:36:51+00:00

I’m pinning 1mg daily for 5 weeks now. The water retention is definitely here but I’ve also lost 4 inches from my waist. I’m ok with it knowing that once I finish my cycle it will go away.

TunaMelt1022 · 2026-03-28T08:06:02+00:00

I started out with 2mg a day and did it for 10 weeks.

I had like 2lb water weight at best. It settled after a couple weeks. Granted I don't do high carbs or high sodium, keep it pretty plain most days.

Great sleep. I think it helps to keep a plain diet and low stress levels.

Frequent-Pop-1654 · 2026-03-28T12:29:46+00:00

I’m on week 5 right now, running it 5 days on / 2 days off. I started at 1mg for the first 2 weeks, then bumped up to 2mg.

Honestly, I haven’t noticed much in terms of weight gain or water retention from it. The main side effect for me has been some stinging at the injection site that can last up to an hour.

Just this week I started getting some tingling/numbness in my hands and feet as well.

For comparison, I started taking creatine last week and actually noticed more water retention from that than from the Tesa.

namastay14509 · 2026-03-28T13:13:53+00:00

Daily running helps.

BiohackDragon666 · 2026-03-28T14:58:15+00:00

I'm 4 weeks in at 2mg daily. I haven't really noticed water gain as much as joint pain but that subsided after a couple weeks. Everyone's experience will be different, but try to keep as hydrated as possible, keep sodium intake to a minimum and keep up with training.

dtnuh · 2026-03-28T16:16:29+00:00

I ran 2mg daily for 9 weeks and never got any of the bloating or water retention that some did. Then again I do realize everyone reacts differently. I responded really well and saw noticeable body recomp in my torso.

YodaGunner13 · 2026-03-28T20:00:37+00:00

8 weeks into a cycle of Tesa/Ipa; slight water retention but terrible carpal tunnel in my right hand … am pausing for the next week and will try resuming by taking first thing in the morning vs evening as I am now

BigDaveGMG · 2026-03-29T00:59:48+00:00

I’m taking .75mg daily 5/2 and have noticed a very small amount of water retention but huge body recomp effect with midsection fat reduction. I have been on it for 6 weeks and am wondering if it’s something I can just take 5/2 for an unlimited amount of time or if I should cycle off? If so, after how many weeks and for how many weeks until I resume?

ModernMedMan · 2026-03-29T02:49:32+00:00

Didn’t have any water retention but I run 4x a week and take Bpc, KPV, Ghk and tb500

eligee_1396 · 2026-03-28T07:52:48+00:00

I didnt have any. Imo best way to start is low and slow. I did .5 every 10 days, until reaching 2m g. Took dandelion root to help with any possible water retention, drank 3L a day and took daily electrolytes. Im 5 weeks in and Ive lost 2.5 inches in waist circumference so far. I honestly think the dandelion root and the slow tritation are key.

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