BPC-157
Body Protection Compound-157 · PL 14736
People look this up for sore tendons, gut lining, and general repair. It is research-only.
A 15-amino-acid fragment derived from a protein in gastric juice. In research and anecdotal protocols it is used for tendon, ligament, muscle, and gut lining support. Human evidence is limited; most data is preclinical.
Usual range
250–750 mcg
Schedule
Once or twice daily
Half-life
Short (hours); typically dosed daily
How it is used
Gastric pentadecapeptide used in injury and gut protocols.
Subcutaneous · also Oral
Morning, or split morning and evening. Local subq near the injury is common.
4–8 weeks, then reassess. Some run continuously at the low end.
How to mix this vial
Typical vial 5 mg · 2 mL BAC
5 mg vial + 2 mL BAC water → 2.5 mg/mL. A 250 mcg dose is 10 units on a U-100 syringe. Swirl gently; do not shake.
Lyophilized: room temp short-term, fridge preferred. Reconstituted: refrigerate 2–8 °C, use within 4–6 weeks.
Side effects
- Injection-site irritation
- Vivid dreams (uncommon)
- Nausea at high doses
Who should skip this
- Known cancer (theoretical angiogenesis concern)
- Pregnancy
Nutrition note
Pair with 1.8–2.2 g/kg protein, vitamin C, zinc, and collagen or gelatin around training.
Stacks
Often paired with
Not FDA-approved. WADA-prohibited in sport. Treat published ranges as research context, not a prescription.
Peptipedia is an educational calculator, not medical advice. Many catalog entries are unapproved for human use. Approved molecules have labels that outrank this app. Do not use this to self-prescribe. Consult a licensed clinician. Not for anyone under 18, pregnant, or being treated for cancer.