BPC-157 peptide therapy may be suitable for adults seeking relief from musculoskeletal pain or injuries, joint concerns, digestive issues, chronic inflammation, or central nervous system (CNS) disorders.8 11 It could also potentially be used for neuroprotection, nerve regeneration, repairing organ damage from substance overdoses, healing lesions, and more.7 However, its again important to reiterate that nearly all of the above potential benefits of BPC-157 have not been demonstrated in human studies or trials
The FDA cited the lack of human studies on the peptide and concerns about safety as its rationale
Clinical research demonstrated that AOD-9604 does not elevate IGF-1 levels, which distinguishes it from other fat loss peptides
The peptide also helps cells move to injury sites more quickly
To reduce mild water retention, physicians may suggest cutting down on dietary sodium