doi: 10.1001/jama.2010.490
Peptide origin / Partial sequence of human gastric protein BPC, isolated from gastric juice Molecular weight / Approximately 1,419 Da (15 amino acids) Common off-label oral dose / 250 to 500 mcg twice daily, taken on an empty stomach Common off-label subcutaneous dose / 200 to 300 mcg once or twice daily near the affected area or abdominally Evidence level / Preclinical only (GRADE: very low certainty for human GI healing) Key preclinical finding / Accelerated gastric ulcer healing in rats within 24 to 72 hours across multiple models Route preference for GI targets / Oral administration, based on topical mucosal contact rationale Safety profile in humans / Largely unknown
It can provide valuable information about kidney function, urinary tract infections, and other health issues
Small human cosmetic trials of topical copper peptide formulas have been linked with smoother texture and better elasticity after weeks of steady use, though the size of the shift varies by skin type
Once injected, this hormone derivative can stimulate the pituitary gland, which, in turn, speeds up metabolism and burns body fat
this peptide is not currently prescribable through legitimate compounding pharmacies