Slightly tangential to Thymosin Beta-4 vs TB-500 but rick_sfbay reminded me — does anyone have experience combining this with metformin?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.
OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Thymosin Beta-4 vs TB-500.
To answer NauseaFreeNow: yes, I am on compounded sema from a 503B pharmacy.
Quick update: things are still going well. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
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Shop Reference StandardsReading this thread on Thymosin Beta-4 vs TB-500 hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 283 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
9 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 58 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Thymosin Beta-4 vs — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
Adding my data to this Thymosin Beta-4 vs TB-500 discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 4 | Month 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 254 lbs | 224 lbs | 199 lbs |
| A1C | 6.8% | 6.2% | 5.4% |
| hsCRP | 8.0 | 3.0 | 1.2 |
Protocol: Tirzepatide 15mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.6g/kg/day.