It is not a drug, food, or cosmetic , and has not been approved by the FDA to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition
This risk is unquantified in humans
Crick, the person behind BPC157, is based in Croatia, and there is a lack of financial incentive to conduct large-scale studies on the peptide due to its widespread use through research websites 1m6s
B12 supplementation may alter gene expression in Cutibacterium acnes bacteria, increasing porphyrin production that promotes follicular inflammation High-dose B12 (especially intramuscular injections of 1,000 micrograms) appears more likely to trigger acne than dietary intake The effect is relatively uncommon and does not affect most people taking B12 supplements Topical acne treatments (benzoyl peroxide, adapalene combinations) can manage breakouts without discontinuing necessary B12 therapy Never stop prescribed B12 treatment without medical supervision, as untreated deficiency causes serious neurological damage and anaemia Suspected adverse reactions to B12 should be reported through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme Table of Contents Can B12 Vitamins Cause Acne
And with those results, published in February, Novo Nordisk may have fouled its own nest
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