If one daily injection of IGF-I has the same growth-promoting effect as 2 injections per day, why continue to give two injections?

Abstract

Comparison of the growth velocity of 1 vs. 2 IGF-I injections per day in patients with Laron Syndrome (primary GH insensitivity) revealed similar effects.

• Authors: Zvi Laron
• Journal: Pediatric endocrinology reviews : PER (Pediatr Endocrinol Rev) 2013 Mar-Apr Vol. 10 Issue 3 Pg. 277-9 ISSN: 1565-4753 [Print] Israel
• PMID: 23724434 (Publication Type: Comparative Study, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Insulin-Like Growth Factor I

Topics

• Child
• Child Development (drug effects)
• Drug Administration Schedule
• Growth Disorders (drug therapy)
• Humans
• Injections, Intravenous
• Insulin-Like Growth Factor I (administration & dosage)