Synthetic gastric peptide
BPC-157
Also known as Body Protection Compound-157
Mostly animal researchOne of the most discussed peptides for recovery, with mostly animal research behind it.
Evidence
Mostly animal research
Regulatory status
Not FDA-approved for any use.
Class
Synthetic gastric peptide
What it is
BPC-157 is a synthetic 15-amino-acid peptide based on a sequence found in a protein in human gastric juice.
What the research shows
- Most published studies are in rodents, looking at tendon, ligament, muscle, and gut tissue.
- Controlled human trials are very limited, so safety and effectiveness in people are not established.
- The FDA has raised concerns about its use in compounding because of limited safety data.
Read the published research on PubMed →
Researched for
BPC-157 is not FDA-approved for the uses people commonly discuss. Its safety and effectiveness in people have not been established. Talk to a licensed provider before making any decision.
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