Wolverine (BPC-157 + TB-500) — Dual-Mechanism Comprehensive Tissue Repair Research Peptide Combination | Klene Peptides
For Research Use Only | Not for Human or Veterinary Administration
Wolverine is Klene Peptides’ branded research combination of two of the most extensively studied tissue-repair peptides: BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) and TB-500 (synthetic thymosin beta-4). While each peptide independently demonstrates significant tissue-protective, pro-angiogenic, and anti-inflammatory activity, their simultaneous administration engages complementary and mechanistically distinct biological repair pathways. BPC-157 operates primarily through VEGFR2/NO-driven angiogenesis, growth hormone receptor sensitization, and mucosal and musculoskeletal cytoprotection; TB-500 operates through actin dynamics regulation, cardiac and neural cytoprotection, and ILK/Akt survival signaling. The research hypothesis driving Wolverine combination studies is that this mechanistic complementarity produces broader, more comprehensive tissue repair engagement than either compound alone. Klene Peptides supplies Wolverine to USA research institutions with verified purity for both components and same-day fulfillment.
Every vial from Klene Peptides includes:
- ≥99%+ purity — verified by HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography)
- HPLC-MS (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry)
- Same-day shipping for all USA orders
Chemical Identity & Structural Profile
BPC-157 (Component 1)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
Full Name | Body Protection Compound-157 |
Sequence | Gly-Glu-Pro-Pro-Pro-Gly-Lys- |
Amino Acid Count | 15 (pentadecapeptide) |
Molecular Weight | 1,419.55 g/mol |
CAS Number | 137525-51-0 |
Primary Targets | VEGFR2, GH receptor, eNOS/NO pathway, FAK/paxillin |
Storage | Lyophilized: −20°C; Reconstituted: 4°C, use within 14 days |
TB-500 (Component 2)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
Full Name | Thymosin Beta-4 (synthetic) / TB-500 |
Sequence Length | 43 amino acids |
Key Functional Motif | LKKTET (actin-binding domain, residues 17–22) |
Molecular Weight | ~4,963 Da |
CAS Number | 77591-33-4 |
Primary Targets | G-actin, VEGF, ANG-1, ILK/Akt, FoxO3a, eNOS |
Storage | Lyophilized: −20°C; Reconstituted: 4°C, use within 28 days |
Mechanism of Action — Complementary Pathway Architecture
Side-by-Side Mechanism Comparison
| Mechanism | BPC-157 | TB-500 | Combined Research Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
Angiogenesis | VEGFR2 upregulation → vessel formation | ANG-1 + VEGF → vessel maturation and stabilization | Coordinated new vessel formation and pericyte-stabilized maturation |
eNOS/NO pathway | Direct eNOS upregulation → perfusion | ANG-1-mediated eNOS activation | Additive NO-dependent tissue perfusion enhancement |
Anti-inflammatory | NF-κB suppression, COX-2 downregulation | TNF-α/IL-1β reduction, M1→M2 macrophage polarization | Dual-mechanism broad-spectrum inflammation control |
Cell migration | FAK/paxillin cytoskeletal activation | G-actin sequestration via LKKTET → dynamic cytoskeleton | Coordinated endothelial and fibroblast migration signals |
Survival signaling | GH receptor sensitization; MAPK/ERK | ILK → Akt → NF-κB anti-apoptotic cascade | Dual survival pathway engagement across tissue types |
Cardiac protection | Systemic cytoprotective signaling; NO production | ILK/FoxO3a cardiomyocyte survival; epicardial progenitor activation | Complementary cardiac repair signals |
CNS protection | Dopaminergic stabilization; neuroprotective NO | Oligodendrogenesis; axonal sprouting; neuroinflammation reduction | Dual neuroprotective mechanism coverage |
No pharmacokinetic interaction between the two peptides has been reported. They have independent metabolic pathways and can be co-administered in the same injection volume without physical incompatibility at research concentrations.
Pharmacokinetic Profiles (Combined Context)
| Parameter | BPC-157 | TB-500 |
|---|---|---|
Molecular Weight | 1,419.55 g/mol | ~4,963 Da |
Primary Research Route | SC, IP, oral | SC, IP |
Plasma Half-Life | ~4–6 hours | ~30 min – 2 hours |
Key Active Metabolite | None identified | Ac-SDKP (anti-fibrotic, angiogenic) |
Oral Activity | Demonstrated (gastric acid stable) | Not established for oral |
Key Distribution | GI tract, tendon, liver, CNS | Cardiac, skeletal muscle, CNS |
Research Applications
Musculoskeletal & Orthopedic Research
| Tissue | BPC-157 Contribution | TB-500 Contribution | Combined Research Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
Tendon | VEGFR2 angiogenesis; collagen synthesis | Cell migration; actin dynamics | Accelerated tendinopathy and tear healing |
Skeletal muscle | NO-mediated perfusion; VEGF | Satellite cell activation; anti-fibrotic remodeling | Muscle crush and overuse injury models |
Bone | GH-driven osteoblast proliferation signals | Angiogenic vascularization | Fracture and stress injury healing |
Ligament | Collagen remodeling | VEGF/ANG-1 vascular ingrowth | Ligament-to-bone attachment repair |
Cardiovascular & Cardiac Repair Research
| Model | Mechanism | Research Focus |
|---|---|---|
Post-MI recovery | TB-500 ILK/FoxO3a; BPC-157 NO production | Cardiomyocyte survival; infarct size reduction |
Cardiac vascularization | TB-500 ANG-1; BPC-157 VEGFR2 | Coronary arteriole density and maturation |
Cardiomyopathy models | Combined anti-inflammatory + cytoprotective | Functional cardiac parameter preservation |
Gastrointestinal Research
BPC-157 provides the primary GI-protective mechanism in this combination:
- Mucosal ulcer healing (NSAID-induced, stress-induced)
- IBD and colitis inflammation reduction
- Gut barrier integrity restoration via tight junction upregulation
- BPC-157's oral stability enables enteral administration protocols in GI research
Wound Healing & Skin Repair
| Wound Type | Combined Mechanism | Research Outcome |
|---|---|---|
Full-thickness wounds | VEGFR2 + ANG-1 angiogenesis; TB-500 keratinocyte migration | Accelerated closure; improved tensile strength |
Burns | Dual anti-inflammatory + neovascularization | Reduced necrosis zone; improved re-epithelialization |
Diabetic wound models | Dual VEGF stimulation; NO-driven perfusion restoration | Improved healing in metabolically compromised models |
Neurological Research
- BPC-157: dopaminergic stabilization, serotonergic modulation, spinal cord anti-inflammatory activity
- TB-500: oligodendrogenesis promotion, axonal sprouting facilitation, neuroinflammation reduction
- Combined: dual neuroprotective coverage across inflammatory, vascular, and structural CNS repair pathways
Research Dosing Reference
For scientific reference only — not prescriptive recommendations
| Component | Reported Dose Range | Route | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
BPC-157 | 10–100 mcg/kg/day | SC, IP, oral | 7–28 days |
TB-500 | 150–300 mcg per animal (rodent) | SC, IP | 2–4 weeks |
Combined | Each at standard individual research dose | SC (co-administered or separate) | Per protocol design |
Dosing derived from independent published preclinical literature for each component.
Reconstitution Reference
| Component | Lyophilized Amount | Bacteriostatic Water | Concentration |
|---|---|---|---|
BPC-157 | 5 mg | 2.5 mL | 2.0 mg/mL |
TB-500 | 5 mg | 2.5 mL | 2.0 mg/mL |
Both components may be reconstituted separately and co-administered in the same injection volume. No incompatibility between components has been reported in the research literature.
Klene Peptides Quality Standards
Certificate of Analysis — Standard Parameters
Every Wolverine batch from Klene Peptides is verified for each component against the following analytical benchmarks:
| Test | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
Purity — BPC-157 | ≥99% | HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) |
Purity — TB-500 | ≥99% | HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) |
Molecular Identification (both) | Confirmed | HPLC-MS (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry) |
Water Content | <1.5% | — |
What Every Klene Peptides Order Includes
- Lot-specific Certificate of Analysis traceable to synthesis batch for each component
- Verified cold-chain shipping — all orders dispatched with appropriate cold-pack packaging
- Same-day fulfillment — orders placed before cutoff ship the same business day
Ordering Wolverine (BPC-157 + TB-500) for Your Research Program
Important Research Compliance Notice
Scientific References
BPC-157:
- Sikiric P, et al. "Body Protection Compound-157: Pharmacology and Biochemistry." Curr Pharm Des. 2018;24(18):1990-2001.
- Chang CH, et al. "The promoting effect of pentadecapeptide BPC 157 on tendon healing." J Appl Physiol. 2011;110(3):774-80.
- Gwyer D, et al. "Gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157 and its role in the healing process." Int J Mol Sci. 2019;20(8):1781.
- TB-500: 4. Bock-Marquette I, et al. "Thymosin beta4 activates integrin-linked kinase and promotes cardiac cell migration, survival and cardiac repair." Nature. 2004;432(7016):466-472. 5. Smart N, et al. "Thymosin beta4 induces adult epicardial progenitor mobilization and neovascularization." Nature. 2007;445(7124):177-182. 6. Goldstein AL, et al. "Thymosin beta-4 is a multifunctional regenerative peptide." Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2012;1270:93-99.
- Combination Rationale: 7. Sikiric P, et al. "Stable gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157 and its role in cytoprotection and adaptive cytoprotection." Curr Pharm Des. 2010.