Recovery & repair
BPC-157
Body Protection Compound
A peptide derived from a protein found in human stomach acid. Studied extensively for its ability to accelerate healing of muscles, tendons, and the gut lining.
Also known as: PL 14736, pentadeca
- Status
- BPC-157 is a research compound and not approved by the FDA for human use.
- Evidence
- Preclinical. Evidence comes from animal or lab studies; effects in people are not established.
- Half-life
- ~4 hours
- How it's taken
- Subcutaneous injection or oral capsule
- Mechanism
- Tissue repair
- Pathways
- Angiogenesis
How BPC-157 works
Promotes the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) at injury sites, increases growth factor activity, and modulates nitric oxide to support tissue repair. Works by enhancing your body's natural healing processes.
What research has looked at
- Accelerated muscle and tendon healing
- Gut lining repair
- Reduced inflammation at injury sites
- May protect organs from toxin damage
Evidence level: Preclinical. Evidence comes from animal or lab studies; effects in people are not established. These are areas studied or reported, not promised effects.
Reported side effects and risks
- Generally well-tolerated in studies
- Mild nausea in some users
- Dizziness (rare)
- Limited long-term human safety data
- Not FDA-approved for human use
Sources
- PubMed research on BPC-157 pentadecapeptide · NIH · National Library of Medicine
- DrugBank record for BPC 157 · DrugBank
- StatPearls / NCBI Bookshelf on BPC-157 · NCBI Bookshelf
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BPC-157 FAQ
What is BPC-157?
A peptide derived from a protein found in human stomach acid. Studied extensively for its ability to accelerate healing of muscles, tendons, and the gut lining.
How does BPC-157 work?
Promotes the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) at injury sites, increases growth factor activity, and modulates nitric oxide to support tissue repair. Works by enhancing your body's natural healing processes.
Is BPC-157 FDA approved?
No. BPC-157 is a research compound and not approved by the FDA for human use. Evidence level: preclinical. Evidence comes from animal or lab studies; effects in people are not established.
What is the half-life of BPC-157?
Reported half-life: ~4 hours.
How is BPC-157 taken?
Subcutaneous injection or oral capsule.
What side effects have been reported with BPC-157?
Reported in the sources: Generally well-tolerated in studies; Mild nausea in some users; Dizziness (rare); Limited long-term human safety data; Not FDA-approved for human use.
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