Tissue RepairDosage Guide

BPC-157 Dosage Guide

Study-derived doses from published human and preclinical research. All data is presented as "the dose used in Study X" — not as a recommendation for human use.

Research reference only. BPC-157 is not FDA-approved for human use. This guide summarises peer-reviewed scientific literature. It does not constitute medical advice. See our full disclaimer.

At a Glance

250 – 500 mcg/day
Human Phase II dose
SC injection
Route (human study)
4 weeks
Duration (human study)

Source: Cekin AH et al., J Inflamm Res, 2021. PMID 34238945

Human Study Data

Phase IIIBD Pilot Trial — Cekin AH et al., 2021
Dose250 mcg and 500 mcg
FrequencyOnce daily
RouteSC injection
Duration4 weeks
ContextPilot study in inflammatory bowel disease
PMID34238945

Note: Human Phase II data for BPC-157 is limited. This pilot study represents the most-cited human dosing reference. The majority of the BPC-157 evidence base consists of animal and preclinical research.

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Preclinical Research Data

The bulk of BPC-157 research is preclinical (rat and mouse models). Animal doses are not directly translatable to humans due to differences in metabolism, body composition, and route of administration.

AnimalTendon & Muscle Healing — Pevec D et al., 2001
Dose10 mcg/kg and 10 ng/kg
FrequencyOnce daily
RouteIntraperitoneal (IP)
Duration7–14 days
ModelRat tendon and muscle injury
PMID11551553
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Reconstitution for Research Use

BPC-157 is supplied as a lyophilised powder and must be reconstituted with bacteriostatic water (sterile water for injection with 0.9% benzyl alcohol) before use. Bacteriostatic water is preferred over plain sterile water because the preservative extends in-use stability.

Example preparation (5 mg vial)

Add 1 mL bacteriostatic water → concentration 5,000 mcg/mL (5 mcg/µL)

Add 2 mL bacteriostatic water → concentration 2,500 mcg/mL (2.5 mcg/µL)

Store reconstituted peptide at 2–8°C. Use within 4–8 weeks. Protect from light.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What dose of BPC-157 was used in human clinical studies?

The primary human Phase II pilot study (Cekin AH et al., J Inflamm Res, 2021; PMID 34238945) used 250 mcg and 500 mcg once daily via subcutaneous injection over 4 weeks in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. This is the most directly cited human dosing reference available. Most BPC-157 research remains preclinical.

What dose of BPC-157 was used in animal research?

Pevec D et al. (J Orthop Res, 2001; PMID 11551553) used 10 mcg/kg and 10 ng/kg via intraperitoneal injection once daily for 7–14 days in rat tendon and muscle healing models. Animal doses are not directly translatable to humans.

How is BPC-157 reconstituted for research use?

BPC-157 lyophilised powder is typically reconstituted with bacteriostatic water. Adding 1 mL to a 5 mg vial yields 5,000 mcg/mL; adding 2 mL yields 2,500 mcg/mL. Use the Clinical Peptide reconstitution calculator for exact volumes based on your target dose.

What is BPC-157's regulatory and compounding status?

BPC-157 is under active FDA review. It was nominated for the July 23–24, 2026 FDA PCAC meeting for potential 503A Category 1 designation. It is not FDA-approved but also not on the explicitly prohibited list for research reagent use. See the PCAC 2026 tracker for current status.

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