Side by side
How the two compare across structure, mechanism studied, evidence and regulatory status, based on published research.
| Property | BPC-157 | TB-500 |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Cytoprotective peptide | Experimental regenerative peptide |
| Research category | tissue repair and gastrointestinal models | tissue repair |
| Evidence level | Low | Low |
| Overall status | Not approved — research | Not approved — research |
| FDA | Not approved | Not approved |
| EMA | Not approved | Not approved |
| WADA | Prohibited — S0 (check current list) | Prohibited — S2 |
| Mechanism studied | BPC-157 → Fibroblasts & endothelium → VEGFR2 / NO signalling → Tissue remodelling | TB-500 → G-actin binding → Cell migration → Tissue remodelling |
| Molecular weight | 1,419.5 g/mol | 889 g/mol |
| Sizes in stock | 5mg, 10mg | 10mg, |
Where the research overlaps
Both compounds are studied within Tissue Repair research. BPC-157 is classed as cytoprotective peptide, while TB-500 is experimental regenerative peptide. Evidence is rated low for BPC-157 and low for TB-500.
For a full write-up, read Research Peptide Regulations: RUO, FDA and WADA.
FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY.Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.



