BPC 157 , ., Its not a steroid, its a peptide , ., Potential benefits aid soft tissue repair, bone density and reduce inflammation , ., The catch , classified as unlicensed medicine so BPC 157: Not a steroid, not a mystery drug, a healing peptide. You've probably heard the hype, so here's the real science: 1 Speeds up tissue repair Helps muscles, tendons, and joints Multifunctionality and Possible Medical Application of the BPC 157 PeptideLiterature and Patent Review Peptides Lack Reliable Safety Information, Watchdog Warns