Methylene Blue

Overview

Role in stacks

  • [anecdote] Electron donor at complex IV (cytochrome-c oxidase); cognitive stimulant, mild MAOI, appears antiviral. — Koniver 01:44–01:50

  • [note] Prescription drug also sold OTC as a supplement — sourcing/purity caution applies.

  • [anecdote-bb] Despite being a phenothiazine derivative, no evidence it lowers GH secretion — safe to use for mitochondrial/cognitive purposes alongside a GH-secretagogue protocol. — Vigorous Steve

Dosing & intake

  • Dose: 10 mg (oral); up to 50 mg IV in-clinic
  • Route: oral (also IV)
  • Timing: morning
  • Intake: with or without food

Cautions

  • Mild MAOI — avoid with SSRIs/SNRIs/other serotonergics. Turns urine blue-green; absence of colour may indicate poor mitochondrial function.