BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157)
Type: Synthetic peptide fragment (15 amino acids) derived from a protective protein in gastric juice
Mechanisms:
- Promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation) through VEGFR2 signaling..
- Enhances fibroblast migration, collagen production, and tendon-to-bone healing..
- Modulates nitric oxide pathways and reduces inflammatory cytokines.
Potential Uses (research-based):
- Accelerated healing of tendons, ligaments, muscles, and intestinal tissues.
- Possible protective effects on the nervous system and organs under oxidative stress.
TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4 fragment)
Type: Synthetic version of a peptide fragment from Thymosin Beta-4, a naturally occurring 43-amino acid protein.
Mechanisms:
- Actin-binding and regulation of cytoskeleton dynamics.
- Promotes cell migration, angiogenesis, wound healing, and tissue regeneration.
- Reduces inflammation and fibrosis post-injury.
Potential Uses (research-based):
- Tissue and wound repair, especially in muscle, tendon, and cardiac injury.
- Investigated in eye, skin, and heart recovery models.
