Its method of action involves binding to ghrelin receptors, specifically the Growth Hormone Secretagogue Receptor (GHS-R1a), located in the hypothalamus and pituitary gland
Additionally, incomplete BMI and weight data may affect the generalizability of the results
Gastrointestinal side effects may increase temporarily at this dose
In standard rat colon anastomosis models (transection + end-to-end anastomosis), BPC-157 at 10g/kg improves anastomotic bursting pressure (the pressure required to rupture the repair site) by +4858% vs vehicle at day 5 a direct measure of anastomotic healing strength
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In lab tests, it was found to block the reuptake of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin