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BPC-157 vs Cardiogen

Side-by-side comparison of key properties, dosing, and research.

Recovery & Repair
BPC-157
Anti-Aging & Longevity
Cardiogen
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.
Cardiogen is a tetrapeptide bioregulator (Ala-Glu-Asp-Arg) developed by Professor Vladimir Khavinson. It is a tissue-specific bioregulator for the heart and myocardium, designed to normalize cardiomyocyte function and support cardiac tissue regeneration. Research has demonstrated cardioprotective effects, improved cardiac rhythm, and benefits in recovery from ischemic injury.
Half-Life
4–6 hours
Short (minutes); gene-regulatory effects persist longer
Admin Route
SubQ, IM, Oral
SubQ, Oral
Research
Typical Dose
200–500 mcg
10 mg per day
Frequency
Once daily
Daily for 10–30 days
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
  • Cardioprotective effects on myocardial tissue
  • Normalization of cardiomyocyte protein synthesis
  • May improve cardiac rhythm and conduction
  • Support for recovery from ischemic cardiac events
  • Anti-aging effects on heart tissue
  • Potential reduction in cardiac fibrosis
  • Often combined with Epithalon for comprehensive cardiovascular longevity support
Side Effects
  • Injection site discomfort
  • Nausea (rare)
  • Headache (rare)
  • Dizziness (rare)
  • Generally well tolerated in available research
  • Mild injection site reactions
  • No significant adverse cardiovascular events reported at standard doses
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