Silverstein said he decided to investigate the over-prescribing of B12 shots, because "as an internal medicine resident, I have seen many patients come into the emergency department, and they were getting B12 injections without having a really good reason for it." His study could not determine why family physicians were prescribing it inappropriately including whether it was initiated by the doctor or at the request of the patient
Notably, BPC 157 can also provide therapeutic benefit for damaged tendons, ligaments, skeletal muscles, and bones 1,2
BPC-157 is available through specialized lab research material suppliers such as NewBioRx
Recent research has also explored its role in skin health and hydration
Other than GI-related side effects, patients on semaglutide also report serious side effects, such as kidney problems, pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), and severe allergic reactions