Peptide therapy refers to the medical use of specific peptides to assist with the management of health issues and concerns.
Currently, scientists have identified over 7,000 naturally occurring peptides or strings of amino acids.
The FDA has approved over 60 peptide medications for use, and researchers are currently investigating the clinical use of over 600 more peptides.
Am I a good candidate for peptide therapy?
A doctor should determine if you’re a good candidate for peptide therapy during a consultation. Due to the many variations in the peptide structure, the uses are wide-ranging. Some classes of peptides benefit age-related conditions such as osteoporosis, while others may promote fat loss to assist with weight management.
Peptides are a more natural and effective treatment for disorders like:
- Lyme disease;
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis;
- Fibromyalgia;
- chronic inflammatory disease;
- chronic fatigue syndrome;
- obesity;
- erectile dysfunction (ED);
- low libido.
What are the types of peptides?
There are many types of peptides used for therapy. The peptides offered for therapy include:
BPC-157
BPC-157 is a peptide naturally found in your stomach’s gastric juice. Therapeutically, BPC-157 has been shown to accelerate wound healing.
BPC-157, or Body Protection Compound 157, is a peptide consisting of 15 amino acids that are used primarily for its regenerative properties. Researchers and doctors have found this peptide to be particularly effective at treating gastrointestinal conditions such as ulcers and fistulas.
It’s also effective in the treatment of many other common GI issues such as acid reflux, constipation, diarrhea, malabsorption syndromes, and the families of colitis including irritable bowel syndromes and leaky gut.
BPC-157 is highly effective in promoting a healthy gut microbiome, which can be essential to maintain for the treatment of many chronic illnesses and inflammatory states.
This peptide’s regenerative abilities are not limited to the digestive system – BPC-157 has been found to promote healing and repair in all tissues across the human body. BPC-157 is effective in aiding recovery from injuries, treating arthritis, reducing inflammation, and is even being researched for potential benefits in the treatment of neurological disorders.
BPC-157’s unique properties take its usefulness beyond the treatment of injuries and chronic conditions – it has been used by patients to aid in the achievement of health and fitness-related goals as well.
When combined with diet and exercise, BPC-157 has been found to encourage weight loss and assist in the development of lean muscle tissue. BPC-157 is taken in capsule form.
BPC-157 peptide patient representation
Thymosin alpha-1
Thymosin alpha-1 is produced by the thymus gland. This peptide has been shown to improve immune health and may be used to treat hepatitis B and C and improve immune health in cancer patients undergoing immune-suppressing treatments.
Thymosin has been administered to thousands of patients for a variety of diseases without causing any significant side effects. The peptide is typically administered to patients twice a week via subcutaneous (under the skin) injection.
This peptide has been rigorously studied since 1977 and is one of the most widely used peptides available. Identified as a key T-cell enhancer with robust dendritic cell and antibody responses, the peptide is used to help control a variety of infectious diseases such as COVID-19, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and Epstein-Bar disease.
It can also be used to treat autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and to reduce systemic inflammation. With significant evidence supporting its immune system boosting capabilities, the peptide currently has orphan drug status (which means it receives government support because of its great potential) to help treat malignant melanoma and has generated significant positive outcome data in other cancer studies.
CJC and ipamorelin
CJC and ipamorelin are a class of peptides referred to as growth hormone secretagogues (GHSs), which stimulate the secretion of growth hormones. These peptides may support fat loss and growth of lean muscle mass, as well as improve your sleep.
Sermorelin
A peptide with 29 amino acids, Sermorelin optimizes growth hormone levels in adults. It does this by acting as a growth hormone secretagogue – which means it promotes the body’s natural growth hormone production without many of the risks associated with taking growth hormone directly.
By replacing natural occurring deficiencies, sermorelin improves hormonal balance, enhances energy, burns fat, increases lean muscle mass, improves sleep quality, enhances memory, and improves the sex drive.
Thymosin Beta 4
This peptide has been identified as having a vital role in the repair of injured cells and tissue. The body naturally releases this peptide through blood platelets as part of the injury response, with the peptide serving to protect cells from further damage by inhibiting apoptosis, inflammation, and microbial growth.
Sports and exercise-related injury patients who take TB4 notice a dramatic increase in healing and recovery, as well as an overall decrease in the inflammatory response. TB4 is can also be administered to patients who are undergoing planned surgical procedures to encourage a faster recovery.
Patients suffering from chronic inflammation and/or tissue damage also achieve noticeable results, as well as those suffering from neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, ALS, tremors, dementia, and MS.
TB4 is administered subcutaneously, and most patients are treated in cycles of 20 days on, followed by 20 days off. In many cases continued long-term use is not necessary.
Bremelanotide PT-141
Doctors use PT-141 to increase libido and sexual arousal in men and women. It also benefits men suffering from ED. Bremelanotide is FDA-approved to treat sexual dysfunction in men and women and works by stimulating specific parts of the brain that regulate libido and arousal.
Prescribed for patients who have arousal issues or difficulty achieving sexual climax, the peptide is administered via subcutaneous injection two hours before expected sexual activity. It can also be administered via nasal spray formulation.
Pentosan Polysulfate
This peptide is successfully used to treat osteoarthritis with properties that help boost cartilage production and prevent the breakdown of existing cartilage. The peptide also helps prevent blood clotting around joints which further helps ease osteoarthritis inflammation.
Pentosan has been effective in treating lung diseases such as asthma and COPD, as well as chronic degenerative joint and spine issues. It has shown anti-viral properties as well. This peptide is delivered subcutaneously twice a week.
AOD 9064
AOD 9064 increases fat burning and is used as an anti-obesity treatment. This peptide may also assist with repairing and regenerating cartilage.
Cerebrolysin
Cerebrolysin is a nootropic that improves cognitive function, specifically memory, creativity, and motivation.
Melanotan II
Melanotan II is similar in structure to the hormone responsible for stimulating the production of melanin (pigmented skin cells). For peptide therapy, a doctor may use it to help those with ED, fibromyalgia, and skin conditions such as rosacea.
Our doctors provide most peptide therapies as an injection. However, some peptides may be available as a transdermal cream, nasal spray, or oral tablet.
To schedule a free consultation to see how peptide therapy may benefit your health, contact us today.