The severity of allergic reactions was reduced with changes in dose regimen. At the beginning of the study, participants receiving GLQ223 were given the drug every 3 weeks. Apparently this change helped volunteers tolerate GLQ223 much better. The company is committed to continue research on GLQ223, feeling initial data warrants further investigation. Most of the information about Chinese Trichosanthin remains in the anecdotal experiences of people who have used the drug on the underground.
Anecdotal reports cover the entire spectrum from desired to undesired results.
In as much as reports are quite varied, it s only safe to say that the drug certainly warrants continued study. In the meantime, Compound Q is legally available, with a few essential restrictions. The underground practice of administering Compound Q is a 2 to 3 hour infusion every 3 to 6 weeks. Longer infusions and higher doses have been tried by a few people, however it is yet unclear what the optimum dose and schedule are. Compound Q is sold in vials costing 8 to 10 dollars each.