BPC-157 is a 15-amino acid peptide derived from a partial sequence of human gastric juice protein, notable for its exceptional stability in acidic conditions
European Journal of Nutrition , 54(2):251263
Dizziness Stomach pain Shakiness Hyperventilation Sore throat Anxiety, fear Headaches Weight gain Blurred vision For any of the above seek medical attention, especially if lingering or severe
The trial enrolled 300 obese subjects (BMI 27-35 kg/m) across multiple centers and randomized them to AOD-9604 (3 mg subcutaneous injection once or twice daily) or placebo for 12 weeks
Some participants achieved weight loss of approximately 24% of body weight at 48 weeks approaching levels reported with some bariatric surgical procedures, though no direct head-to-head comparisons have been conducted and long-term durability beyond the trial period remains unknown
Macrocyclic peptidesengineered for stability and oral bioavailabilityrepresent the next generation of long-acting compounds designed to extend healthspan, not merely lifespan