Human Safety Data Is Minimal A tiny 2025 pilot study testing IV BPC-157 up to 20 mg in 2 healthy adults found it well tolerated with no adverse events and no biomarker changes, but 2 subjects provide essentially zero statistical power
However, subcutaneous injection is the standard route for systemic and musculoskeletal effects, as it provides more reliable bioavailability and allows injection near the injury site
Tendons and ligaments have less robust blood supply than muscle, which can make recovery more prolonged
Most medical weight loss programs recommend a minimum course of 4 to 12 weeks of weekly lipotropic injections, with some patients continuing maintenance injections monthly after reaching their goal weight
As I elaborate on in my video The Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency , these include: Abdominal distention Chronic diarrhea Shortness of breath Swollen, red, painful feet Skin darkening Bilateral useless hand syndrome Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet Muscle cramps Dizziness Cognitive disturbances Difficulty walking Erectile dysfunction Fatigue Depression Psychosis Coma Blindness Vitamin B12 Deficiency Treatment Is A Vitamin B12 Shot Better Than Taking B12 Orally
Avoid large, heavy meals for the first few days