Why Isn’t Cardarine Available?
The truth about why we don’t stock GW501516 — and why you should be cautious if you see it elsewhere.
What is Cardarine?
Cardarine (GW501516) is a PPARδ receptor agonist originally developed for metabolic and cardiovascular research. It was never approved for human use and was discontinued during preclinical trials.
So why isn’t it sold anymore?
Because Cardarine has been shown to cause cancer in animal studies — and not just in one tissue. Rodent trials by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) found widespread tumor formation across multiple organs after long-term exposure. These findings led to:
- Abandonment of clinical development
- WADA blacklisting it as a prohibited substance
- Global regulatory rejection for human or veterinary use
Key study: “PPARβ/δ a potential target in pulmonary hypertension blighted by cancer risk” – GSK-sponsored trials showed rapid tumor development at research doses.
Why we don’t stock it
At Max Muscle Labs, we’re committed to offering only research compounds with a tolerable safety profile based on current literature. Despite its popularity in underground circles, Cardarine’s carcinogenic potential is well-documented and serious. That’s why:
- ❌ You won’t find Cardarine (GW501516) on our site
- ✅ You will find safer, well-characterised alternatives like MK-677 (for endurance/hormonal studies) or SR9009 (for metabolic research), each with clearer safety thresholds
FAQ
Is Cardarine legal in the UK?
It’s not a controlled substance, but it is not approved for human consumption or sale as a supplement. Research-only use is legally ambiguous and discouraged.
Is it banned in sports?
Yes — the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) lists GW501516 as prohibited at all times due to its performance-enhancing effects and health risks.
Are there safer alternatives?
For research into endurance or metabolic pathways, compounds like SR9009 or MK-677 may offer insights without the same level of carcinogenic risk.
Bottom Line
If a supplier is selling Cardarine, it’s a red flag. Either they’re ignoring serious safety data — or they’re not up to date with modern toxicology. For ethical research and safety, we’ve taken a firm stance: no Cardarine, ever.
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