Tissue research
BPC-157
Not approved; on the WADA Prohibited List. Compounding status under FDA review (2026)
In simple words: A lab-made peptide based on a stomach protein, popular online for healing but tested almost only in animals.
How it works
In animal studies it appears to promote blood-vessel growth and tissue repair in tendons, muscles and the gut.
Targets: Not established in humans · Class: Synthetic pentadecapeptide
Uses, latest studies & pairings
Typically used for
- Marketed for tendon, ligament and muscle injuries, gut problems (ulcers, colitis) and faster recovery.
- Evidence is almost all from rats; it is banned in tested sport (WADA).
Commonly paired with
- TB-500 (the “Wolverine stack”) and the GLOW or KLOW blends. No combination has been studied in people.
- Its blood-vessel-growth effect is the reason for caution with any cancer history.
Latest studies & news
- Jul 2026
An FDA advisory committee voted 8–6 to recommend letting pharmacies compound BPC-157 for ulcerative colitis, even though FDA staff said there was a lack of evidence it works. This is not binding; the FDA hasn't made a final decision.
Source: RAPS: FDA advisory committee backs two controversial peptides (July 2026) - 2025
A systematic review (HSS Journal) found 36 studies, of which 35 were in animals or cells and only 1 in people.
- 2025
A tiny IV safety pilot in 2 people was published. That's far too small to judge safety, and there are still no good-quality human trials.
What the research shows
Human clinical evidence
Human- There are no good-quality human trials; only a few small, uncontrolled reports exist.
Animal research
Animal- Many rodent studies report faster healing of tendons, ligaments, muscle and gut injuries.
Animal and lab results suggest what might happen; they don't prove an effect in people.
Safety & what to watch
- Human safety is unknown. The FDA earlier listed it among compounding substances with possible safety risks; in July 2026 an advisory panel voted to allow compounding for ulcerative colitis over FDA staff objections, but no final decision has been made. It is on the WADA Prohibited List.
- Because it promotes blood-vessel growth, people with a history of cancer should be especially cautious.
Amounts
No dose is given for unapproved substances. If you are considering it, discuss it with a licensed clinician who knows your history and bloodwork.
📦 My peptide supply kit
The supplies I use, in one Amazon list. Only use them for medicines your clinician prescribes. Never share or reuse needles, and put used ones in a sharps container.
Studies & references
Draft profile pending editorial review. Educational only, not medical advice. Never start, stop or change a medicine without your prescriber.