| Dimension | BPC-157 | TB-500 |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Recovery peptide | Recovery peptide |
| Category | Recovery | Recovery |
| Common vial sizes | 5 / 10 mg | 2 / 5 / 10 mg |
| Typical dose range | 200 mcg – 500 mcg | 2 mg – 5 mg |
| Half-life | Short (hours) | Long (days) |
| Status | Research compound | Research compound |
Educational reference only. Not medical advice — follow the instructions from your clinician or pharmacy.
Two recovery peptides, different dose scales
BPC-157 is typically dosed in the low hundreds of micrograms, while TB-500 is dosed in milligrams — an order of magnitude apart. That means the same vial size and water volume produce very different syringe units for each, which is exactly why they are calculated separately.
The table above shows the common vial sizes and dose ranges for each, pulled from the same data the calculators use.
- BPC-157: hundreds of micrograms per dose
- TB-500: milligrams per dose
- Different scales — never share a concentration
Calculated separately, often stacked
Because the two are commonly run together, it is tempting to combine them — but you calculate each compound's draw on its own, then track the two schedules side by side. See the BPC-157 + TB-500 stack page for how the schedules overlap.
- Calculate BPC-157 and TB-500 independently
- Combine the schedule, never the concentration math
- See the BPC-157 + TB-500 stack for scheduling
Frequently asked questions
Should I take BPC-157 or TB-500?+
This page compares their facts for context only and does not recommend one over the other or advise on use. Many recovery protocols run them together; calculate each separately with the relevant calculator.
Why are the doses so different?+
BPC-157 is dosed in micrograms and TB-500 in milligrams, so at the same concentration their syringe units differ widely. Always enter each compound's actual vial size and water volume.
Can I combine them in one calculation?+
No. Each vial has its own concentration, so combining the totals gives the wrong dose for both. Calculate each on its own page; the stack page shows how to run the two schedules together.