Ibutamoren (MK-677) Taken orally, Ibutamoren helps increase HGH levels to support muscle growth, tissue repair, and a healthy metabolism
Next review due: 5 Jul 2027 5 Jul 2024 | Latest version Last updated by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP Peer reviewed by Dr Doug McKechnie, MRCGP Ask, share, connect
People who may benefit from BPC 157 include: Active people and athletes recovering from soft tissue injuries such as tendinitis, sprains, or muscle tears Fitness enthusiasts who have chronic inflammatory conditions or overuse injuries related to heavy training Patients recovering from surgery, who want less scarring and quicker healing People with gastrointestinal problems, including ulcers, leaky gut or IBD symptoms, because of its gut-protective properties People that experience joint or ligament stiffness and pain from microtrauma, strain, or aging Wellness-minded users and biohackers, seeking regenerative recovery without interfering with systemic hormones That said, BPC 157 may not be suitable for everyone
Dihexa acetate dropped off the FDA's Category 2 restricted list on April 22, 2026, as part of the agency's 12-peptide reclassification action
It inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-alpha, IL-6, IL-12), modulates the polarization of macrophages towards the M2 (anti-inflammatory) phenotype, and stimulates collagen production in models of pulmonary and cutaneous fibrosis