Tissue repair
BPC-157 and TB-500 are studied for the healing of muscles, tendons and ligaments.
What are peptides
The essentials in five minutes: how peptides are built, how they work and what to know before starting a course.
Short chains of amino acids
A peptide usually contains 2 to 50 amino acids. The body produces thousands of them on its own: peptides work as signalling molecules that pass commands to cells. Insulin and oxytocin, for example, are peptide hormones.
Peptide
2–50 amino acids. A signal: it passes a specific command to specific cells.
Protein
From 50 to thousands of amino acids. Building material and enzymes of the body.
How they work
- 1
Find their receptor
A peptide binds to a specific receptor on the cell surface — like a key to a lock.
- 2
Trigger a response
The cell receives the signal: for example, to start tissue repair or produce a hormone.
- 3
Act precisely
Each peptide has its own task, so they are chosen for a specific goal.
What they are studied for
Areas where peptides are actively researched. This is not a promise of results: the effect depends on the person and is chosen with a specialist.
Immunity
Thymosin alpha-1 is a peptide of the thymus gland, studied to support the immune system.
In the catalog:Thymosin alpha-1
Skin
GHK-Cu (copper peptide) takes part in collagen production and is also used in cosmetics.
In the catalog:GHK-Cu (copper tripeptide)
Metabolism and weight
Tirzepatide is a peptide drug approved for type 2 diabetes and weight loss; retatrutide is being studied alongside it.
Cell energy
SS-31 and MOTS-c are mitochondrial peptides studied in connection with cellular energy and ageing.
Longevity
Epitalon is studied in connection with telomeres and cell ageing (research by Vladimir Khavinson).
In the catalog:Epitalon
How they are used
- Subcutaneous injections
- The most common way. A peptide in a vial is a dry powder (lyophilisate) that is dissolved before use.
- Capsules, sprays, creams
- Some peptides are taken orally, through the nose or applied to the skin — it depends on the peptide.
- In courses
- Peptides are usually taken in courses with breaks. The schedule is chosen by a specialist.
- In the fridge
- Vials are stored in a refrigerator at +2…+8 °C.
What is important to know
- Choose with a specialistThe dosage depends on age, weight and health. Do not start a course without a consultation.
- Side effects are possibleFor example, redness at the injection site. Report any reaction to the specialist.
- Quality matters more than priceFakes and improperly stored peptides are useless or dangerous. Check the certificate of analysis for the batch.
Questions
Are peptides safe?
With the right choice and a specialist’s supervision, they are usually well tolerated. But they are active substances: side effects and contraindications are possible.
When will I see results?
It depends on the peptide and the goal — from a few days to several weeks or months.
Can I take them with medications?
Often yes, but be sure to tell the specialist about all medications and supplements you take.
Not sure where to start?
A specialist will choose peptides for your goal and tell you which tests to take.