However, this treatment should not be used by women due to the risks of adverse side effects
In April 2026, the FDA removed BPC-157 from its Category 2 list (substances with safety concerns that were previously restricted from compounding)
This makes BPC-157 peptide therapy useful for people dealing with arthritis, tendonitis, and muscle inflammation
Advanced dosing protocols Maximum anti-aging (aggressive): Week 1-4: 3mg daily (7x weekly) Week 5-12: 2mg 5x weekly Uses: 100mg+ total (2 vials) Cost: $160-300 Results: Maximum possible benefits Maintenance protocol: After initial 12-16 week intensive 1-2mg 2-3x weekly Maintain results More sustainable long-term Cycling approach: 12 weeks intensive (2-3mg, 5x weekly) 4 weeks off or maintenance Repeat Good for long-term use Use our peptide calculator , peptide cost calculator , peptide dosing guide , and peptide dosage chart
Research demonstrates that AOD-9604 upregulates beta-3 adrenergic receptors in fat cells, promoting energy expenditure and fat oxidation through mechanisms distinct from traditional stimulants or full growth hormone
This approach is often used to address adult growth hormone deficiency and its associated symptoms