BPC-157 vs 5-Amino-1MQ
Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.
Recovery & Repair
BPC-157Fat Loss & Metabolic
5-Amino-1MQ- Summary
- BPC-157 is a synthetic pentadecapeptide derived from a protective protein found in the stomach. It is one of the most extensively researched healing peptides, known for accelerating tissue repair, reducing inflammation, and protecting the gastrointestinal tract.
- 5-Amino-1MQ is a small-molecule NNMT (Nicotinamide N-methyltransferase) inhibitor that raises intracellular NAD+ levels and promotes fat burning. It is notable for targeting adipose tissue directly, reducing fat cell size and number while increasing metabolic rate.
- Half-Life
- 4–6 hours
- Estimated 4–8 hours
- Admin Route
- SubQ, IM, Oral
- Oral
- Research
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- Typical Dose
- 200–500 mcg
- 50–100 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Once to twice daily
- Key Benefits
- Accelerates wound healing and tissue repair
- Reduces inflammation throughout the body
- Protects and heals the gastrointestinal tract
- Supports tendon and ligament healing
- Promotes bone and joint health
- May protect organs from toxins and injury
- Supports gut-brain axis function
- Counteracts NSAID-induced gut damage
- Raises intracellular NAD+ levels
- Directly targets adipose tissue for fat reduction
- Reduces fat cell size and differentiation
- Increases basal metabolic rate
- SIRT1 activation for metabolic regulation
- No stimulant cardiovascular side effects
- Synergistic with intermittent fasting and caloric restriction
- May have anti-aging metabolic benefits
- Side Effects
- Injection site discomfort
- Nausea (rare)
- Headache (rare)
- Dizziness (rare)
- Generally well-tolerated in available studies
- Mild GI discomfort (rare)
- Limited long-term human data
- Stacks With
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