TL;DR

Don’t want to read the whole Knowledge Base? I got you. Here’s the TL;DR summary

1. About Peptides

  • What they are: Short chains of amino acids that act as “software” for your cells, signaling them how to behave.

  • Key Categories:

    • Weight Loss: GLP-1 agonists like Tirzepatide and Retatrutide mimic hormones to regulate insulin and hunger.
    • Anti-Aging: Peptides like SS-31, MOTS-C, and NAD+ focus on mitochondrial health and DNA repair.
    • Healing: BPC-157 and TB-500 (the “Wolverine Protocol”) are known for accelerating recovery from injuries and enhancing overall physical repair
  • Safety: Peptides occur naturally in the body and generally do not show up on standard 5- or 10-panel drug tests.

2. Storage and Stability

  • Lyophilized Peptides: Can be stored in the freezer for up to two years. Avoid extreme temperature fluctuations.

  • Reconstituted Peptides: Once reconstituted, peptides must be kept in the refrigerator and used within 4–6 weeks.

  • Handling: Never freeze a peptide once it has been reconstituted. If the peptide becomes cloudy or has floating particles, discard it immediately.

3. Reconstitution

  • The Solution: Bacteriostatic (BAC) Water, which contains a preservative to prevent bacterial growth.

  • The Process: Let vials reach room temperature before mixing.

    • Wipe rubber stoppers with alcohol.
    • Gently drip the BAC water down the side of the vial rather than spraying it directly on the peptide.
    • Swirl gently to dissolve the peptide completely; do not shake.
  • How much water to use? For peptides on this site, it depends on the dose and the size of the vial. Maybe you better review the Units and Reconstitution pages.

4. Syringes and Units

  • Syringes: Use standard U-100 insulin syringes (typically 31G needle, 5/16" length). They are single-use only.

  • 1.0 mL = 100 Units

    • Concentration depends on how much water you add to the peptide to reconstitute.
    • Example: If you have a 10mg vial and add 2mL (200 units) of BAC water, the vial would contain five 2mg doses drawn to 40 units each on the syringe.

5. Injection

  • Method: Subcutaneous—into the fat layer, not muscle.

  • Common Sites: Abdomen, from the belly button and below. Two inches out from belly button. Also outer thighs and upper buttocks.

  • Steps: Clean the site with an alcohol prep pad, pinch a fold, insert the needle at a 90-degree angle, and inject slowly. Rotate sites to avoid scar tissue.

6. Needle-Free Alternative

  • The Device: The Comfort-In Injection System uses a nozzle to create a micro-thin “fluid needle” that penetrates the skin.

  • Pros: Perfect for those with needle phobias. Faster absorption of injection due to “cone-shaped” dispersion into tissues.

  • Cons: Expensive–over $400 for device and starter supplies; slight learning curve; limited to 50 units per injection.

7. Weight Loss & Body Recomposition

  • Tirzepatide: More effective than Semaglutide with fewer side effects.

  • Dosing: First 4 weeks: 2.5mg once per week. Titrate up 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 12.5mg, 15mg

  • Preserving Muscle: You must prioritize protein and resistance training while on these peptides, or you will lose significant muscle mass along with the fat.

8. Supplies

  • There’s stuff you’re going to need: Supplies.