Peptide protocols,
simplified.

The gateway peptide — start here. Body Protection Compound-157. Promotes angiogenesis, tendon repair, gut healing, and endothelial protection. Inject SQ near the injury site for targeted repair, or abdominal for systemic/gut. Oral 500mcg 2x/day for IBD/SIBO. 100+ preclinical studies, no adverse events at any dose. This is the easiest sell to skeptical patients.

The collagen and hair peptide. Resets dermal gene expression — stimulates collagen, elastin, glycosaminoglycans, and hair growth. SQ for systemic anti-aging, topical for targeted skin. Pairs beautifully with microneedling. Co-supplement zinc 30mg/day. Great upsell for your aesthetics patients.

The gentle GH secretagogue. Synergizes with natural nocturnal GH pulse — doesn't shut down the axis. Patients report better sleep within 1 week, body composition changes at 6–8 weeks. Ideal for anti-aging patients who aren't ready for HGH. 5 on / 2 off schedule to prevent receptor desensitization.

Mitochondria-targeted cardioprotective peptide. Binds cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane, stabilizing the electron transport chain and rescuing failing mitochondria. FDA Breakthrough Designation for Barth syndrome. Go-to for cardiac patients, high-oxidative-stress conditions, CKD, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Pairs with NAD+ and MOTS-c for a complete mitochondrial support stack.

Your #1 repair protocol. BPC-157 (angiogenesis + gut) combined with TB-500 (systemic tissue repair + actin regulation). Inject near the injury for targeted healing, abdominal for systemic. Shoulder, knee, and post-surgical patients love this. 6–8 week cycles. This is the word-of-mouth driver for your practice.

Master regulator of the HPG axis. Activates GnRH neurons via GPR54 receptor, driving pulsatile LH and FSH release. Restores endogenous testosterone production without suppressing spermatogenesis — more physiologic than SERMs. Emerging alternative to enclomiphene for hypogonadism without fertility impairment. Monitor LH, FSH, Total T, and Free T at 4 and 8 weeks.

FDA-approved (Egrifta) for visceral adipose tissue. Only GHRH analog with Phase 3 data specifically for abdominal fat reduction. Great for the patient who's lost weight on GLP-1 but still has visceral fat. 12–26 week cycles. Inject into abdomen. Note: VAT returns on discontinuation — counsel patients about long-term use expectations.

You already know GLP-1 protocols. Tirzepatide is a dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist — same injection technique as semaglutide. Key difference: it targets both incretin receptors. Patients who plateau on semaglutide often respond to tirzepatide. Always titrate slowly — GI side effects (nausea, constipation) are dose-dependent.

This is the next generation beyond tirzepatide. Triple agonist — GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptor. Phase 2 data: 24% body weight loss at 48 weeks (vs ~21% tirz). The glucagon component adds thermogenesis. Same injection technique. ALWAYS read the vial label — we carry 5 sizes. Use the 30mg for cleanest math.

Good add-on for GLP-1 patients. HGH fragment (amino acids 177–191) — stimulates lipolysis and inhibits lipogenesis without GH side effects. No blood sugar impact, no hunger suppression. Works differently than GLP-1s — targets fat oxidation directly. 12 weeks on, 4 weeks off cycle. Stack with GLP-1 for patients who want extra fat-loss support without dose escalation.

Tanning peptide — huge demand in your market. Stimulates melanogenesis (MC1R). Patients get a natural-looking tan without UV damage. Start low — 250mcg daily. Side effects: flushing, nausea (self-limiting), libido increase (MC4R crossover). Monitor moles — refer to derm for any changes. Extremely popular with aesthetics clients.

FDA-approved as Vyleesi for HSDD. Works centrally via MC4R — not a PDE5 inhibitor. Works for both men and women. Effect lasts 24–72 hours from a single dose. PRN use only — not daily. Max 8 doses/month per FDA labeling. Nausea is the main side effect (~40%, self-limiting). Start with 10 units and titrate. This is the compound patients ask about by name.

The longevity staple. NAD+ declines ~50% by age 60. Supports sirtuin activation, DNA repair, mitochondrial function. IM injection is the game-changer — bypasses GI degradation, no IV chair time, patients can come in and out in 5 minutes. Great recurring revenue — patients come 2x/week. Stack with glutathione on same visit (different syringe).

Master antioxidant — pairs with everything. Liver detox, skin brightening, immune support. IM injection same visit as NAD+ (different syringe). IV push for higher doses. The "glutathione glow" is real — patients notice skin changes within 2–3 weeks of consistent IM dosing. Easy add-on to any visit.