BPC-157 + TB-500
A combination product pairing BPC-157 and TB-500 in a single vial, targeting complementary healing pathways. BPC-157 provides localized gut, tendon, and ligament repair through VEGF and NO modulation, while TB-500 drives systemic tissue regeneration through actin-mediated cell migration. The most popular peptide combination in regenerative medicine protocols.
Typical Dosage
Standard: BPC-157 500 mcg + TB-500 2.5 mg subcutaneous two or three times weekly for 4-8 weeks. Some protocols use daily dosing during acute healing phase, then taper to maintenance.
Administration
Subcutaneous injection
Mechanism of Action
The BPC-157 + TB-500 combination pairs two peptides with complementary and synergistic healing mechanisms, targeting both localized and systemic tissue repair pathways simultaneously. BPC-157 acts primarily through the nitric oxide system and growth factor upregulation — it modulates eNOS/iNOS activity, increases VEGF-mediated angiogenesis, upregulates EGF and NGF receptors, and stimulates fibroblast migration via the FAK-paxillin pathway. These effects are especially pronounced in tendons, ligaments, the gastrointestinal tract, and localized injury sites.
TB-500 operates through a fundamentally different mechanism centered on actin cytoskeleton dynamics. By sequestering G-actin monomers and promoting their controlled polymerization, TB-500 facilitates cell migration — the physical movement of repair cells to injury sites. It also activates Akt-mediated survival signaling, reduces inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, TNF-α), and promotes endothelial progenitor cell activation for new blood vessel formation.
The theoretical synergy lies in their complementary actions: BPC-157 creates the biochemical environment for healing (growth factors, blood vessel formation, NO signaling) while TB-500 provides the cellular machinery for repair (cell migration, cytoskeletal dynamics, progenitor cell activation). BPC-157 excels at localized, targeted healing (particularly gut and musculoskeletal structures) while TB-500 distributes systemically to support repair across multiple tissue types. The combination may also reduce inflammation more effectively than either alone, as they target different nodes in the inflammatory cascade. It should be noted that no clinical data exists on this specific combination — the synergy rationale is based on understanding each peptide's individual mechanisms rather than direct combination studies.
Regulatory Status
Not FDA approved. Combination product available through compounding pharmacies and peptide suppliers.
Risks & Safety
Common: nausea, headache, injection site irritation, fatigue (combined side effects of both peptides). Serious: theoretical promotion of existing tumors (both peptides upregulate angiogenesis and cell migration), unknown interaction effects between the two compounds. Rare: allergic reactions. No clinical data exists on the specific combination. Not FDA approved.
Research Papers
2Published: December 31, 2025
Abstract
Therapeutic peptides are emerging as promising adjuncts in the management of orthopaedic injuries, grounded in their ability to modulate molecular signaling networks central to cellular medicine. By acting on key pathways such as PI3K/Akt, mTOR, MAPK, TGF-β, and AMPK, peptides exert influence over tissue regeneration, inflammation resolution, and neuromuscular recovery. Wound-healing peptides such as BPC-157, TB-500, and GHK-Cu promote angiogenesis, integrin-mediated extracellular matrix remodeling, and fibroblast activation, whereas growth hormone secretagogues like ipamorelin, CJC-1295, tesamorelin, sermorelin, and AOD-9604 activate IGF-1 signaling and satellite cell repair. Recovery-enhancing agents such as epithalon, delta sleep-inducing peptide, and pinealon target circadian and mitochondrial regulators, and neuroactive peptides like selank, semax, and dihexa enhance brain-derived neurotrophic factor and HGF/c-Met pathways critical to neuroplasticity. Although preclinical studies are promising, there is a current lack of clinical trials. This review integrates current mechanistic insights with orthopaedic relevance, emphasizing safety, efficacy, and future directions for responsible integration into musculoskeletal care.
Published: December 31, 2025
Abstract
Therapeutic peptides are short-chain amino acids that regulate cellular functions and facilitate biochemical processes. In recent years, there has been significant growth in the global market for therapeutic peptides and thus its popularity among patients. Given the increase in the development of peptides and increased marketing to patients for orthopaedic injuries, it is critical for orthopaedic surgeons to understand the current evidence behind these therapeutic peptides.
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