The Peptide Boom Is Getting Out of Hand The Atlantic Peptides take off as a DIY treatment but is that a good idea? : NPR If the peptide injectable treatments that you've seen online sound too good to be true, promoting rapid weight loss and flawless skin, then they probably are. RBWH Pharmacist Sahra strongly advises BPC 157 aka Wolverine. This peptide is not FDA approved, but it is very popular among the biohacking population. Ashley explains the science behind it, but remember, it doesnt have human data yet, so Sources: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Compounding and the FDA (503A & 503B guidance) FDA warning letters on unapproved peptide products National Institutes of Health (NIH) PubMed