For patients with MASH, use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus
Weight Gain: Reported as a potential, though rare, side effect
(2026) Alcohol is not formally contraindicated with GLP-1 medications, but it amplifies nausea, hypoglycemia risk, and dehydration
Many are also associated with injectable medications in general rather than being unique to BPC-157 itself
5 However, some participants who experienced side effects discontinued the medication, even though tolerability is acceptable for most people
For a deeper look at the biology behind these medications, see our guide on how GLP-1 actually works for weight loss