Building Your First Protocol

Your first protocol should follow a single-compound approach. Introducing one peptide at a time allows you to clearly attribute any effects, positive or negative, to that specific compound. BPC-157 is commonly recommended as a first peptide because it has an excellent safety profile in research, broad systemic benefits including gut healing and anti-inflammatory effects, and is well-tolerated across a wide dosage range. A typical starting protocol might be 250-500mcg per day, administered subcutaneously, for 4-8 weeks.

Dosing and timing matter significantly. Most peptides are dosed in micrograms (mcg), not milligrams. Reconstitution math is straightforward: if you add 2mL of BAC water to a 5mg vial, each 0.1mL (10 units on an insulin syringe) contains 250mcg. Always double-check your math before injecting. Timing varies by peptide: growth hormone secretagogues should be taken on an empty stomach, ideally before bed. Healing peptides like BPC-157 can be taken any time but are often split into morning and evening doses for sustained levels.

Tracking is what separates a protocol from guessing. Log every dose, injection site, and any subjective observations daily. Note sleep quality, energy levels, mood, pain levels, and any side effects. Use DoseCraft's tracking tools to build a data-driven picture of your response. After your initial cycle, recheck bloodwork to compare against your baseline. This objective data, combined with your subjective journal, forms the evidence base for deciding whether to continue, adjust, or discontinue.