BPC-157

What is BPC-157?

BPC-157 (Body Protective Compound-157) is a synthetic peptide consisting of 15 amino acids (GEPPPGKPADDAGLV), derived from a protective protein isolated from human gastric juice. Unlike many peptides, BPC-157 demonstrates remarkable stability in biological environments — it resists hydrolysis in gastric acid, plasma, and tissue homogenates — making it a preferred model compound for regenerative research.

Research Context

BPC-157 has been documented in over 70 animal studies. Investigators have reported accelerated healing of tendon, ligament, muscle, bone, cornea, and intestinal tissue following administration. Proposed mechanisms include upregulation of growth hormone receptor expression in fibroblasts, modulation of the nitric oxide system, FAK-paxillin pathway activation driving cell migration, and promotion of angiogenesis via VEGF upregulation. Neurological research has documented effects on dopaminergic and serotonergic neurotransmission.

Research Applications

• Musculoskeletal tissue repair — tendon, ligament, muscle, bone
• Gastrointestinal cytoprotection and mucosal healing
• Angiogenesis and vascular formation research
• Neurological protection and neurotransmitter modulation
• Wound healing and surgical recovery models

For research use only. Not for human or animal consumption.

This compound's precise mechanism continues to be characterized through ongoing preclinical research. Investigators have proposed interactions with growth factor signaling pathways, receptor modulation, and cellular repair cascades. Consult current peer-reviewed literature for the most up-to-date mechanistic hypotheses.

Store lyophilized powder at −20°C for up to 24 months. Once reconstituted with bacteriostatic water, store at 4°C and use within 28 days. Protect from light, moisture, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Handle in a clean laboratory environment with appropriate PPE. For research use only — not for human or animal administration.

Use our Peptide Reconstitution Calculator to determine the exact volume of bacteriostatic water to add. Allow the solvent to run down the inside of the vial slowly — do not inject directly onto the lyophilized cake. Swirl gently; do not shake. The solution should appear clear to slightly opalescent.

Orders ship in discreet, unmarked packaging with no reference to Aeternum Labs on the exterior. All shipments include full tracking and are insured against loss or damage. Most orders are dispatched within 1–2 business days. Cold-chain packaging is included where required to maintain compound integrity during transit.