Small pilot studies and open-label trials have evaluated intra-articular AOD-9604 in patients with knee OA, typically injecting 5-10 mg monthly for 3-6 months
A common protocol, for example, is to begin with about 20 mg of NAD+ (corresponding to a small volume from the vial, typically around 0.1 mL depending on concentration) administered subcutaneously and gradually increase the dose over subsequent injections up to around 100 mg per injection
Think of them as an optional boost to complement healthy habitslike proper nutrition, exercise, and good sleeprather than a necessary cornerstone of wellness
Tissue Repair and Injury Healing While BPC-157 is well-known for its ability to maintain healthy GI lining, the peptide is also known to stimulate healing in other tissues, including tendons, ligaments, muscles, and bones
Higher doses may offer more immediate results but could also come with increased risks of side effects
However, it is so important to talk to your doctor first, especially if you have any underlying medical conditions or take medications