Comparison
BPC-157 vs. Tirzepatide
Two peptides side-by-side — identity, evidence base, legal status and known adverse events.
Identity
Category
Healing
Metabolic
CAS no.
137525-51-0
2023788-19-2
Molecular weight
1419.5 g/mol
4813 g/mol
Half-life
4 h
116 h
Sequence
GEPPPGKPADDAGLVYXEGTFTSDYSIYLDKIAQKAFVQWLIAGGPSSGAPPPSMechanism of action
BPC-157
Synthetic peptide derived from a sequence of a protein found in gastric juice. In preclinical models, an influence on angiogenic and tissue-protective signalling pathways has been described. The precise molecular mechanisms of action are not conclusively understood.
Tirzepatide
Tirzepatide is a 39-amino-acid peptide acting as a dual agonist at the GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) and GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) receptors. Activation of both incretin receptors via G-protein-coupled signalling raises insulin secretion in a glucose-dependent manner, lowers glucagon secretion and delays gastric emptying. Centrally, satiety perception is modulated. A fatty-acid side chain binds to serum albumin and extends the half-life to about five days.
Evidence base
Highest evidence
Animal model
Human RCT
Studies
4
3
of which in humans
0
3
Effects recorded
4
4
Open conflicts
2
0
Documented adverse events
2
2