BPC157
Emerging evidenceBody Protection Compound-157 is a gastric peptide fragment with research support for tissue repair, gut integrity, and anti-inflammatory effects. Not medical advice; consult a provider.
How BPC157 works
BPC157 appears to promote angiogenesis and growth hormone receptor expression and may modulate inflammatory pathways. Evidence is largely preclinical and anecdotal; human data are limited.
Researched benefits
- •May support tendon and ligament healing
- •Gut barrier and mucosal support
- •Anti-inflammatory and angiogenic properties
- •Research in wound and ulcer healing
What it is studied for
- •Soft tissue and joint recovery
- •Gut health and mucosal repair
- •Reducing inflammation
- •Supporting healing after injury or surgery
Reported side effects and cautions
- •Generally well tolerated in research; injection-site reactions possible
- •No standard dosing; provider guidance required
Dosing protocol described in the literature
- Dosage
- 250-500mcg
- Frequency
- Daily
- Administration
- Subcutaneous or Oral
- Cycle
- 8-12 weeks
Tissue repair & anti-inflammatory
Evidence rating: Emerging evidence
Some human data exists but the evidence base is limited — often small studies, narrow indications, or trials still under way.
Other peptides
Educational information only. This page is not medical advice, not a prescription, and not a recommendation to use BPC157. Dosing figures describe what appears in published research and provider protocols — they are not instructions. Several compounds covered here are prescription medicines. Talk to a licensed healthcare provider before acting on anything you read.