Side effects and watch-outs
- GI distress
- Headache
- Alopecia (hair loss — dose-dependent, reversible)
- Rare: retinal maculopathy with long-term high-dose use
- Bruising
Medication / Joint Health
Pentosan Polysulfate (PPS)
Heparin-like compound with anti-inflammatory effects on joint tissue. FDA-approved for interstitial cystitis. Growing research for osteoarthritis — may restore cartilage and reduce joint degradation. Used in protocols alongside BPC-157 for joint healing.
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