Dosage guide

BPC-157 Dosage

Healing peptide

There is no established BPC-157 dose. It is a synthetic pentadecapeptide derived from a fragment of human gastric juice, and the review literature is explicit that its effects have not been confirmed in humans and that no completed clinical studies describe its efficacy. Every number below is community practice rather than a guideline.[1][2][3]

Reviewed for accuracy · Last reviewed July 7, 2026

Dosing

Injection (subcutaneous)200–500 mcg, once or twice daily
Oral (capsule)250–500 mcg, once or twice daily
Typical cycle length4–8 weeks
Ranges commonly cited in research write-ups, not a prescribing guideline.

With that caveat, write-ups commonly cite 200 – 500 mcg once or twice daily, injected subcutaneously near an area of concern or taken orally for gut-related use, over a 4 – 8 week cycle. U.S. regulatory-safety authorities classify BPC-157 as an unapproved drug and have cautioned about compounded versions.

Injection how-to

1Wash hands and wipe the injection site and vial top with an alcohol swab.
2Draw the calculated dose into an insulin syringe, checking the plunger for air bubbles.
3Pinch a fold of skin near the area of concern and inject at a 45–90° angle, subcutaneously.
4Withdraw the needle and apply light pressure with a clean cotton swab.
5Rotate injection sites day to day to reduce irritation.

FAQ

What is a typical BPC-157 dose?Community protocols commonly cite 200 – 500 mcg once or twice daily. There is no approved or clinically validated dose, since BPC-157 is not FDA-approved and human efficacy studies have not been completed.
Is injected or oral BPC-157 dosed differently?Both are cited in a similar microgram range. Injection near the site of concern is more often discussed for tendon and joint use, oral for gut-related use, but human evidence for either route is limited.

References

  1. Gastric pentadecapeptide body protection compound BPC 157 and its role in accelerating musculoskeletal soft tissue healingCell and Tissue Research (Springer) · 2019 · PMID 30915550 · DOI 10.1007/s00441-019-03016-8
  2. Multifunctionality and Possible Medical Application of the BPC 157 Peptide: Literature and Patent ReviewPharmaceuticals (Basel) (MDPI) · 2025 · PMID 40005999 · DOI 10.3390/ph18020185
  3. BPC-157: A prohibited peptide and an unapproved drug found in health and wellness productsOperation Supplement Safety (OPSS), U.S. Department of Defense / Uniformed Services University · 2025
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This page is an independent educational reference and is not medical advice. Talk to a doctor before starting any compound.