A starting guide to the most asked-about peptide protocols, BPC-157, CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, and more.
Peptide therapy has moved from athlete circles into mainstream wellness over the last five years. At Ivory, we run protocols for clients who are interested in recovery, sleep, longevity, and body composition. Here is a starting view of what each major peptide actually does.
BPC-157. A peptide originally derived from a protein found in gastric juice, used to support tissue repair, gut health, and recovery from injury. Common protocol for clients dealing with persistent joint discomfort, slow-to-heal soft tissue injuries, or post-surgical recovery.
CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin. Often used together. They stimulate the body's natural release of growth hormone in a pulsatile, physiological pattern. Common protocol for clients seeking improved sleep depth, better recovery from training, and gradual improvements in body composition. Most clients run it for three to six months and reassess.
Ipamorelin alone. Similar to the combination but milder, often chosen by clients new to peptides or those who prefer a lighter starting protocol.
Epithalon. Used for longevity protocols, particularly around sleep architecture and circadian rhythm. Often run as short courses, two to four weeks, repeated quarterly.
Thymosin Alpha-1. Immune support, particularly for clients with recurrent infections or chronic immune dysregulation. Run in cycles, not continuously.
PT-141. Used in protocols for sexual health, prescribed in carefully managed contexts.
Every peptide protocol at Ivory starts with a doctor consultation, baseline blood work, and a clear written plan with start and review dates. Peptides are pharmacologically active. They are not a supplement. We do not start anyone on a course without proper screening, and we review progress with bloodwork at three months.
If a clinic offers you peptides without a doctor consultation and baseline labs, that is not a peptide clinic, that is a vending machine.