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But unlike approved peptides used in medicine, such as insulin and GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Health Canada tells CBC "unauthorized peptide products sold for wellness purposes have not been assessed for safety, quality, or effectiveness." And yet, CBC News found doctors promoting and prescribing a popular unauthorized peptide called Body Protection Compound-157 (BPC-157) that is touted to help accelerate muscle growth and tissue repair
In 2024, a 3-month pilot program evaluated whether initial outreach by postal mail affected enrollment among groups with low enrollment rates: those of Hispanic/Latino ethnicity and those without email addresses
Regulatory Classification: The product is manufactured and often marketed as a cosmetic product
First, clinicians should acknowledge the origin of the concern