I’m a 37-year-old woman with two children, and I’m trying to preserve my fertility for as long as possible. I recently completed a 12-week rapamycin cycle (5mg/week in a single dose, except for 4 consecutive weeks when I took 6mg/week).**
Immediately, my menstrual cycles became longer — from 27 days to around 30–40 days. During the 4 weeks at 6mg/week, I also noticed facial hair growth (upper lip), which is why I lowered the dose.**
I’ve now stopped taking rapamycin for the past 3 weeks to see if my cycles return to normal. That said, I really appreciated the mental clarity and overall glow I experienced while on rapamycin.**
I’m curious to know if other women around my age are also taking it — and if they’ve experienced similar side effects. When taking rapamycin for longevity and fertility preservation, is it better to do a short 12-week cycle (and if so, how often?), or is continuous use recommended?**
I’m feeling a bit lost after stopping it, especially since I feel like I’ve gained some fat mass. Any insights would be greatly appreciated!**