Peptide Therapy

WEIGHT LOSS (see medical weight loss page for more info)

• SEMAGLUTIDE: starting at $100/month

• TIRZEPATIDE starting at $225/month

• (Coming Soon) GLP-3R: starting at $250/month

  
  

GENERAL WELLNESS/ANTI-AGING & RECOVERY PEPTIDES

• BPC-157/TB-500: $350/vial (10mg vial)

  • Great for overall recovery from daily wear and tear or larger recoveries like injuries or surgery (see more below)

• GHK-Cu: $250/vial (100mg vial)

  • Collagen production, Hair growth and anti-aging benefits (see more below)

• KPV: $200/vial (40mg vial)

  • Great for reducing inflammation in the gut and skin with immune boosting aspects (see more below)

• KLOW: $400/vial (50/10/10/10mg per vial)

  • Blend of GHK-Cu, BPC-157, TB-500 & KPV (see more below)

ENERGY PEPTIDES

• MOTS-c: $200/vial

  • Improve cellular energy efficiency, glucose uptake, and fatty-acid oxidation. Improve exercise tolerance & endurance

• NAD+: $135/month

  • Energize your cells (not a peptide but included in this list)

GROWTH HORMONE PEPTIDES

• Ipamorelin+ CJC (no DAC): $250/vial

  • Safest GH peptide d/t following natural GH pulse

• Sermorelin: $200/vial

• Tesamorelin: $200/vial

  • Blood test to check GH and IGF-1 levels recommended

• IGF-LR3: $300/vial

  • More aggressive option for direct muscle and strength improvements

  • Blood test to check GH and IGF-1 levels recommended

What Are Peptide Medications?

Peptide medications are short chains of amino acids that act as cell-signaling molecules in the body. They mimic natural peptides to regulate biological functions, making them useful for weight loss, muscle growth, skin rejuvenation, and overall health optimization.

How Do Peptide Medications Work?

Peptides bind to specific receptors in the body to trigger desired physiological responses, such as:
✔ Boosting metabolism & fat loss
✔ Stimulating muscle growth & repair
✔ Enhancing skin collagen production
✔ Regulating blood sugar & insulin levels
✔ Improving cognitive function & anti-aging effects

Common Types of Peptide Medications & Their Uses

Weight Loss & Metabolism Peptides

• Semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) – GLP-1 receptor agonist that reduces appetite and regulates blood sugar.

•  Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) – Dual GLP-1 & GIP receptor agonist for enhanced weight loss and fat metabolism.

Muscle Growth & Recovery Peptides

• BPC-157 – Heals tendons, ligaments, and gut lining for faster injury recovery.

• Ipamorelin & CJC-1295 – Growth hormone-releasing peptides that boost muscle growth and anti-aging benefits.

Anti-Aging & Skin Care Peptides

• GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) – Enhances collagen production, wound healing, and skin elasticity.

• Thymosin Beta-4 (TB-500) – Helps with tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and immune function.

Are Peptide Medications Safe?

✔ Generally well-tolerated when prescribed and monitored by a healthcare professional.
✔ Side effects vary based on the peptide but can include nausea, headaches, water retention, or mild injection site irritation.
✔ Not all peptides are FDA-approved—some are used off-label or available through compounding pharmacies.

MORE INFORMATION BELOW ON SPECIFIC PEPTIDES

BPC-157

$150/month

What Is BPC-157?

BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is a synthetic peptide derived from a protein found in the stomach. It is known for its powerful healing and regenerative properties, making it popular for injury recovery, gut health, and inflammation reduction.

Benefits of BPC-157

• Accelerates Injury Healing – Repairs muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones.

• Supports Gut Health – Helps with ulcers, IBS, and leaky gut syndrome.

• Reduces Inflammation – Aids in recovery from chronic pain and inflammatory conditions.

• Protects the Brain & Nervous System – Support cognitive function and nerve healing.

• Enhances Blood Flow – Promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation) for faster recovery.

How BPC-157 Works

✔ Boosts Growth & Repair – Increases fibroblast activity and collagen production.
✔ Regenerates Tissue – Helps repair damaged tendons, ligaments, and joints.
✔ Protects Gut Lining – Strengthens the intestinal barrier and promotes healing.
✔ Modulates Nitric Oxide – Improves circulation and reduces oxidative stress.

Common Uses of BPC-157

Sports Injuries: Speeds up recovery from muscle tears, ligament damage, and joint pain.
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Treats ulcers, acid reflux, Crohn’s disease, and leaky gut.
Post-Surgical Healing: Enhances wound healing and recovery.
Neurological Support: May help with brain injury recovery and nerve regeneration.

BPC-157 Dosage & Administration

Injection: Most commonly injected subcutaneously (under the skin) near the injury site.
Oral Capsules: Used for gut-related benefits (less effective for injuries).
Typical Duration: 2-4 weeks depending on condition and recovery goals.

Is BPC-157 Safe?

✔ Generally well-tolerated with minimal side effects.
✔ May cause mild nausea or dizziness in some users.
- Not FDA-approved yet—commonly available through research and compounding pharmacies.

TB-500

$150/month

What Is TB-500?

TB-500 is a synthetic version of Thymosin Beta-4, a naturally occurring peptide found in nearly all human and animal cells. It is known for its powerful healing, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative properties, making it popular for injury recovery, tissue repair, and performance enhancement.

Benefits of TB-500

• Accelerates Wound & Injury Healing – Promotes recovery of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. 

• Enhances Blood Vessel & Tissue Growth – Aids in angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels), improving circulation and oxygen delivery.

• Reduces Inflammation – Helps with chronic pain, arthritis, and inflammatory conditions.

• Boosts Mobility & Flexibility – Often used in veterinary medicine for racehorse injury recovery.

• Supports Neurological & Immune Function – May help in nerve regeneration and immune regulation.

How TB-500 Works

✔ Increases Actin Production – Actin is a crucial protein for cell growth, movement, and repair.
✔ Promotes Cell Migration – Helps distribute healing cells to injured areas faster.
✔ Enhances Angiogenesis – Improves blood vessel formation, boosting oxygen and nutrient flow to damaged tissues.
✔ Regulates Inflammation – Lowers excess inflammatory responses, preventing chronic tissue damage.

Common Uses of TB-500

• Injury Recovery: Speeds up healing of ligaments, tendons, muscles, and joints (used by athletes & bodybuilders).

• Chronic Pain Relief: Reduces inflammation from arthritis, tendinitis, and overuse injuries.

• Post-Surgical Healing: Enhances wound healing and post-operative recovery.

• Heart & Circulatory Health: May improve cardiac tissue repair after damage (studied in heart disease models).

• Neurological Support: Shows potential in nerve and brain injury recovery.

TB-500 Dosage & Administration

Injection: Typically injected subcutaneously (under the skin) or intramuscularly near the injury site.
Typical Protocol:

• Loading Phase: 2.0–2.5 mg, 2-3 times per week for 4-6 weeks.

• Maintenance Phase: 1.0–2.0 mg once per week (as needed).

Is TB-500 Safe?

✔ Generally well-tolerated with minimal side effects.
✔ May cause temporary fatigue or mild flu-like symptoms in some users.
- Not FDA-approved for human use—commonly available through research and compounding pharmacies.

GHK-Cu

$250/month

What Is GHK-Cu?

GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide known for its skin regeneration, wound healing, hair growth, and anti-aging benefits. It plays a crucial role in cell repair, collagen production, and reducing inflammation, making it a popular ingredient in skincare, hair restoration, and regenerative medicine.

Benefits of GHK-Cu

• Skin Rejuvenation & Anti-Aging – Increases collagen & elastin production, improving skin elasticity and reducing wrinkles.

•  Wound Healing & Tissue Repair – Accelerates cell regeneration for faster healing of cuts, burns, and scars.

• Hair Growth Stimulation – Strengthens hair follicles, promoting thicker, healthier hair while reducing hair loss.

• Muscle & Joint Recovery – Reduces inflammation & oxidative stress, aiding in muscle repair and recovery.

• Cognitive & Neurological Support – Has neuroprotective properties that may improve brain function and repair nerve damage.

How GHK-Cu Works

✔ Activates Stem Cells – Stimulates the production of collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycans (key skin components).
✔ Binds to Copper (Cu2⁺) – Enhances wound healing, tissue regeneration, and anti-inflammatory effects.
✔ Boosts Antioxidant Activity – Protects against oxidative stress and reduces free radical damage.
✔ Regenerates Hair Follicles – Improves blood flow to the scalp, supporting hair growth and thickness.

Common Uses of GHK-Cu

• Skincare & Anti-Aging: Found in serums, creams, and microneedling treatments for youthful skin.

• Hair Loss Treatment: Used in topical solutions and injections to reverse thinning hair.

• Wound & Scar Healing: Applied for post-surgical healing, burns, and injury recovery.

• Joint & Muscle Recovery: May aid in reducing inflammation and accelerating muscle repair.

• Peptide Therapy: Sometimes used in injections or microneedling for advanced regenerative effects.

GHK-Cu Dosage & Administration

Topical Application: Found in skincare products at 0.05% – 2% concentrations.
Injections/Mesotherapy: Commonly used in hair restoration and regenerative treatments.
Oral Supplements: Available but less effective than topical or injectable forms.

Is GHK-Cu Safe?

✔ Generally well-tolerated, with few side effects.
✔ Mild skin irritation may occur in sensitive individuals.
- Not FDA-approved as a drug but widely used in cosmetic & regenerative medicine.

KPV $200/vial

KPV is a small tripeptide (lysine-proline-valine) derived from the tail end of the hormone alpha-MSH. Its standout property is anti-inflammatory action, and that's what it's most studied and used for.

What it's best for, roughly in order of evidence:

Gut inflammation. This is the strongest research area. In colitis and inflammatory bowel models, KPV reduces inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6) and supports tissue repair and intestinal barrier health. It's often paired with BPC-157 for gut-healing protocols.

Skin conditions. Used topically, it's popular for inflammatory skin issues like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, and for calming wound-related inflammation.

General immune modulation. Rather than suppressing the immune system, it appears to dial an overactive inflammatory response back toward balance by acting on melanocortin receptors (MC1R/MC3R) on immune cells.

KLOW $400/vial

KLOW is a combination ("stack") peptide blend that packages four separate peptides into a single formulation, we have it supplied as an 80 mg lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder at ~99% purity per component. The name "KLOW" is an acronym loosely drawn from its ingredients.

The four components and what each contributes

GHK-Cu (copper tripeptide) — a copper-binding tripeptide involved in skin and tissue remodeling. In research models it upregulates collagen and elastin synthesis, promotes angiogenesis (new blood-vessel formation), and drives growth-factor expression. It's the "cosmetic/regenerative" element.

BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) — a synthetic peptide derived from a gastric protein. Studied for soft-tissue and gut repair, anti-inflammatory activity, and vascular effects, thought to work through nitric-oxide signaling, growth-factor receptor modulation, and cytokine balancing.

TB-500 (a synthetic fragment of Thymosin Beta-4) — studied for promoting cell migration, angiogenesis, and tissue repair via actin regulation and integrin-linked pathways. Often paired with BPC-157 in recovery-focused research.

KPV (Lys-Pro-Val) — the anti-inflammatory tripeptide from alpha-MSH we discussed, included to modulate immune signaling, suppress inflammatory cytokines, and regulate mast-cell activation.

The rationale for combining them

The stack is built around complementary mechanisms: structural/tissue repair (BPC-157), cellular migration and vascularization (TB-500 + GHK-Cu), collagen remodeling (GHK-Cu), and inflammation control (KPV). The theory is that these act synergistically across the phases of tissue healing, which is why it's popular in recovery- and healing-oriented research contexts.

Sermorelin

$130/month

What is Sermorelin Therapy?

Sermorelin is a synthetic peptide that stimulates the body’s natural production of growth hormone (GH) by mimicking a natural hormone called Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH). Instead of replacing growth hormone directly (like HGH therapy does), Sermorelin encourages your own pituitary gland to produce and release more growth hormone naturally.

Benefits of Sermorelin Therapy

•  Increases Lean Muscle Mass – Supports muscle growth and strength.

•  Improves Sleep Quality – Enhances deep, restorative sleep cycles.

• Boosts Metabolism – Aids in fat loss and better energy balance.

• Enhances Cognitive Function – Improves memory, focus, and mental clarity

•  Promotes Anti-Aging – Supports skin elasticity, reduces wrinkles, and increases vitality.

•  Strengthens the Immune System – Helps the body repair and defend itself better.

• Supports Bone Density – Reduces risk of osteoporosis over time.

How Is Sermorelin Used?

Typically injected subcutaneously (just under the skin) at bedtime.
Recommended timing: Before sleep when the body naturally releases growth hormone.
Duration: Often used for several months for optimal results, with cycles depending on individual goals.

Who Benefits from Sermorelin Therapy?

• Adults experiencing growth hormone decline due to aging (typically after age 30).

• Those seeking improved recovery, energy, fat loss, and muscle gains.

• Individuals interested in anti-aging, skin rejuvenation, and wellness optimization.

• People with sleep disturbances, fatigue, or slow healing.

Is Sermorelin Safe?

• Generally considered safe and well-tolerated when prescribed correctly.

• Possible mild side effects include injection site irritation, mild swelling, or dizziness.

• Sermorelin helps stimulate your body's natural growth hormone rather than overwhelming it with synthetic hormones, making it a safer alternative to direct HGH therapy.

  
  

Tesamorelin

Tesamorelin is one of the more clinically legitimate peptides in this space — unlike most of the compounds we've been discussing, it's actually FDA-approved with real Phase III trial data behind it.

What it is and how it works

Tesamorelin is a stabilized synthetic analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH), the natural hypothalamic peptide that signals the pituitary. It binds GHRH receptors on pituitary somatotroph cells and stimulates release of the body's own growth hormone. Released GH then drives hepatic production of IGF-1, which mediates many of the downstream effects.

The mechanistically important distinction: because tesamorelin works "upstream" by prompting your own pituitary to secrete GH, it preserves the natural pulsatile pattern of GH release and keeps normal feedback regulation intact. That's different from injecting exogenous growth hormone directly, which overrides that feedback loop — and it's a large part of why its metabolic side-effect profile is more favorable than direct HGH.

FDA-approved indication

It's approved (brand names Egrifta / Egrifta WR) for one specific use: reducing excess visceral (abdominal) fat in adults with HIV-associated lipodystrophy — the abnormal fat redistribution that can occur with antiretroviral therapy. That is the entire approved label. It is explicitly not approved for general weight loss, bodybuilding, anti-aging, or the many off-label uses it gets promoted for.

Clinical evidence

The evidence base is genuinely strong for a peptide — multiple Phase III randomized controlled trials plus long-term extension studies. In the pivotal trials it reduced visceral adipose tissue by roughly 15–18% at 26 weeks, while subcutaneous fat changed minimally, indicating a relatively targeted effect on the deep abdominal fat compartment. Benefits reverse after discontinuation, so effects are maintained only while on therapy.

Safety and monitoring considerations

Because it raises GH and IGF-1, the relevant cautions track GH physiology: it can impair glucose tolerance and raise blood sugar, so it's used carefully in people with or at risk for diabetes. IGF-1 levels are typically monitored during treatment. Common adverse effects include injection-site reactions, joint pain/arthralgias, fluid retention/edema, and myalgias. It's contraindicated in pregnancy, in people with active malignancy (elevated IGF-1 is a theoretical concern for tumor growth), and in those with pituitary disorders such as after pituitary surgery. It's a daily subcutaneous injection.

IGF-1 LR3

IGF-1 LR3 (Long R3 IGF-1) is a modified, more potent version of insulin-like growth factor-1. It's a research/black-market compound with no approved medical use in humans — worth stating up front because it's often discussed alongside legitimate peptides but sits in a very different regulatory and safety category.

Structure — what the modifications do

Native IGF-1 is a 70-amino-acid peptide. LR3 is an 83-amino-acid analog with two engineered changes:

• an arginine substitution at position 3 (the "R3"), and

• a 13-amino-acid N-terminal extension (the "Long").

Together these reduce its binding to the IGF binding proteins (IGFBPs 1–6) roughly 100-fold, while it keeps full high-affinity binding to the IGF-1 receptor (IGF-1R). That's the whole design purpose, and it matters because of the next point.

Why the IGFBP resistance matters

In the body, about 97% of endogenous IGF-1 is bound up in ternary complexes with IGFBP-3 and the acid-labile subunit, which act as a reservoir and buffer. Because LR3 largely evades those binding proteins, far more of it circulates "free" and receptor-active. That's what makes it substantially more biologically potent than native IGF-1 at equivalent amounts.

Mechanism

Once it activates IGF-1R, it drives the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling cascade. This produces a dual anabolic effect: it increases protein synthesis (via p70S6K) while simultaneously suppressing protein degradation (via FOXO1 inhibition). It also promotes cell proliferation, glucose uptake, and hyperplasia. This is the basis for its use in muscle-growth research and its off-label bodybuilding reputation.

The half-life myth

This is a common point of confusion worth correcting. The popular claim is that LR3 has a ~20–30 hour half-life versus native IGF-1's few minutes. But the more rigorous view is the opposite: because LR3 can't bind the protective IGFBP-3/ALS complex, it's actually cleared faster than native IGF-1 in animal models — the binding proteins are precisely what extend native IGF-1's residence time. So the "long-acting" marketing framing is likely backwards. Either way, there's no human pharmacokinetic data to settle it.

Safety concerns — this is the important part

The same potency that makes it interesting makes it risky:

• Hypoglycemia — IGF-1 has insulin-like activity and can drop blood sugar significantly, potentially dangerously.

• Cancer/proliferation risk — this is the central concern. IGF-1 signaling is strongly implicated in tumor growth and proliferation. A potent, IGFBP-resistant IGF-1R agonist promotes growth indiscriminately, including in any pre-existing or occult neoplastic tissue. Elevated IGF-1 is epidemiologically associated with several cancers.

• Unregulated organ/tissue growth, including theoretical acromegaly-like effects and organ enlargement with sustained use.

MOTS-C

MOTS-C activates AMPK, improving cellular energy efficiency, glucose uptake, and fatty-acid oxidation. In theory, this can reduce metabolic fatigue (cells running low on usable energy). Could improve exercise tolerance and endurance rather than subjective “alertness.” In insulin-resistant states, MOTS-C improves glucose utilization, which can reduce post-prandial crashes and chronic low-energy states.

• NAD+ vs MOTS-C: Both MOTS-C and NAD+ aim to improve mitochondrial function and cellular energy, but they do so via different biochemical pathways. NAD+ supports the core energy production and repair machinery, while MOTS-C acts as a regulatory signal that shifts metabolism efficiently in response to stress and energy demand