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For in vitro laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.
Research Data
Mechanisms of Action
Data presented from peer-reviewed in vitro studies. All findings are laboratory observations only.
BPC-157 activates the FAK-paxillin signalling pathway in tendon fibroblasts, a key mechanism driving accelerated migration and proliferation of cells responsible for tendon and ligament repair.
BPC-157 demonstrates potent cytoprotective effects on gastric and intestinal mucosal cells in vitro, reducing oxidative stress markers and maintaining epithelial barrier integrity under inflammatory challenge.
BPC-157 upregulates VEGF expression in fibroblast and endothelial cell cultures, promoting new vessel formation — a prerequisite for adequate nutrient delivery and tissue regeneration.
In vitro scratch assay data demonstrate BPC-157-treated cell cultures close the wound gap 2.6× faster than untreated controls, with VEGF and FAK-paxillin pathway upregulation confirmed.
Analytical Data
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 137525-51-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C₆₂H₉₈N₁₆O₂₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 1419.56 g/mol |
| Purity (HPLC) | 99.4% |
| Appearance | White lyophilised powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (1 mg/mL) |
| Storage | −20°C long-term / 2–8°C short-term |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from production date |
| Research Grade | Yes — For In Vitro Use Only |
What Research Has Shown
In Vitro Scratch & Tendon Cell Studies — Accredited Laboratory
Cell Migration Rate vs. Untreated Control
Comparative Activity Profile
In Vitro Safety Data
BPC-157 demonstrates an excellent preclinical safety profile across in vitro, ex vivo, and rodent models. No significant adverse effects reported at standard research concentrations.
Observed Adverse Indicators
Cytotoxicity at 1 µM
NoneGenotoxic effects
NoneInflammatory markers
MinimalOff-target receptor binding
None⚠️ Theoretical Concern
BPC-157 promotes angiogenesis via VEGF upregulation. While beneficial for wound healing, researchers investigating angiogenesis-sensitive models should account for this activity.
Researcher Reference
BPC-157 is a synthetic 15-amino-acid pentadecapeptide derived from a partial sequence of Body Protection Compound (BPC), a protein found in human gastric juice. It was first isolated and sequenced by Dr. Predrag Sikiric at the University of Zagreb in the 1990s.
Published in vitro and animal studies document: FAK-paxillin pathway activation promoting tendon fibroblast migration, VEGF upregulation driving angiogenesis, nitric oxide synthesis enhancement, and direct cytoprotective effects on gastric mucosal cells. BPC-157 has also been studied for its effects on the dopaminergic and serotonergic systems in rodent models.
In vitro studies typically use concentrations of 0.1–10 µM. Rodent studies commonly use systemic doses of 10 µg/kg bodyweight. Stock solutions are prepared in sterile saline or DMSO (≤0.1%) immediately prior to use.
BPC-157 demonstrates no cytotoxicity, genotoxicity, or mutagenicity in published in vitro models. Cell viability remains above 95% (MTT assay) at concentrations up to 10 µM. The compound shows no significant off-target receptor binding in published binding assays.
Peer-Reviewed Literature
All citations refer to published peer-reviewed in vitro research. Data presented for scientific reference only. No claims made regarding human therapeutic use.
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