Doctor-Led Recovery & Repair

Recovery Peptides: BPC-157 & TB-500
in South Africa

BPC-157 and TB-500 are the two most popular recovery peptides, used to support healing of muscle, tendon and soft-tissue injuries. At mobivIVe, doctor-reviewed recovery peptides are supplied as easy-to-use prefilled pens from R1,250, delivered nationwide across South Africa. Below is what they do, who they suit, what they cost, and how to get started with our doctor-led team. New to recovery peptides? Read our full guide on what BPC-157 and TB-500 are and how they work.

What they do. BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound) is used to support localised repair of tendons, ligaments, muscle and the gut. TB-500 (a fragment of thymosin beta-4) is used for broader, whole-body tissue regeneration and mobility. Many people use them together for wider recovery support. It is honest to note the human evidence is still largely early-stage, so these are best understood as recovery support under medical guidance.

Who they suit. Recovery peptides appeal to active people managing muscle or tendon strains, those recovering from surgery or a nagging injury, and anyone wanting structured, doctor-guided recovery. They are often combined with other protocols under medical supervision.

Looking at a single peptide? BPC-157 in South Africa  ·  TB-500 in South Africa

Compare your options: BPC-157 vs TB-500

How to start, in 3 simple steps

  1. Message us on WhatsApp. Tell our doctor-led team your goal.
  2. Medical questionnaire. Complete a short questionnaire, reviewed by our registered doctor. A consultation is arranged when your screening calls for one. If it is safe and suitable, a script is issued.
  3. Delivered to your door. Your prefilled pen is couriered anywhere in South Africa, with clear dosing instructions.

Important for competitive athletes. Both BPC-157 and TB-500 are on the WADA Prohibited List (banned at all times), so anyone competing under anti-doping rules should not use them. Recreational, non-competitive use is a different matter. If you compete, tell us, and always check with your sport’s governing body first.

Is it right for me? Recovery peptides suit people who want structured, medically-guided recovery support. Our doctor screens for anything that needs extra care and asks about your history and current medicines, so it can be checked before anything is dispensed. Tell us if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have an active cancer.

Recovery peptide options & pricing

Price: R1,250 (incl. VAT)
Strength: 1.2mg/0.6ml (3ml pen) – 6mg total
Approx. doses: 20 doses at 300mcg

What it is
BPC-157 is a powerful healing peptide derived from a naturally occurring gastric protein, known for accelerating repair in ligaments, tendons, muscles and the gut lining. The 6mg pen is ideal for short-to-medium healing cycles, providing convenient daily dosing for acute injuries or focused gut protocols. It’s a favourite among active clients who want faster, cleaner recovery without resorting to steroids or long-term anti-inflammatories.

Used for

  • Acute tendon and ligament injuries (e.g. ankle, shoulder, elbow)
  • Muscle strains, tears and sports-related soft-tissue damage
  • Gut support in IBS, “leaky gut” or NSAID-related irritation (under medical care)
  • Post-surgical support for better tissue healing
  • Clients starting BPC-157 for the first time or needing a single cycle

Price: R2,699 (incl. VAT)
Strength: 3.0mg/0.6ml (3ml pen) – 15mg total
Approx. doses per pen: 10–20 doses (depending on protocol)

What it is
TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4) is a regenerative peptide that targets your body’s repair pathways to speed up tissue healing, reduce inflammation and improve mobility. It works systemically, circulating through the body to support recovery wherever there is damage, and is ideal for active individuals, athletes, or anyone struggling with slow-healing injuries or chronic pain. Supplied as a convenient prefilled cartridge pen (no vials or mixing), it fits easily into a structured recovery or performance program.

Used for

  • Muscle strains, tears and overuse injuries
  • Tendon and ligament injuries (e.g. Achilles, rotator cuff, knee, elbow)
  • Chronic tendonitis and bursitis
  • Postsurgical recovery (orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery)
  • Joint stiffness, reduced flexibility and poor range of motion
  • Support for scar-tissue remodelling and healthier tissue quality
  • General soft-tissue recovery for active and athletic clients

Price: R2,099 (incl. VAT)
Strength: 1mg/0.6ml BPC157 + 1mg/0.6ml TB500 (3ml pen) – 5mg total combined
Approx. doses: 20 doses

What it is
This combination pen brings together BPC-157 for targeted tissue and gut repair with TB-500 for powerful systemic regeneration, giving a comprehensive recovery solution in one product. It’s designed for clients with more complex or stubborn injuries, multi-site pain, or those wanting the most aggressive non-steroidal support for healing and performance.

Used for

  • Significant ligament/tendon injuries or multiple injury sites
  • Chronic pain cases where single-agent therapy hasn’t been enough
  • Post-surgical recovery where faster healing is a priority
  • High-level athletes needing maximal recovery support
  • Clients combining joint, soft-tissue and gut-healing goals

Frequently asked questions

BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is a peptide studied for its role in supporting the repair of tendons, ligaments, muscle and the digestive tract. It is popular for localised injury recovery. Most of the evidence to date is preclinical, so it is used as recovery support under medical guidance.

TB-500 is a synthetic fragment of thymosin beta-4, a protein involved in cell repair and migration. Where BPC-157 is used for localised repair, TB-500 is used for broader, whole-body regeneration and flexibility. Many people use the two together, which is why we offer a combination pen.

No, not for competitive athletes. Both are on the WADA Prohibited List and are banned at all times under anti-doping rules. Non-competitive, recreational use is different, but if you compete you must check with your governing body first.

At mobivIVe, doctor-reviewed recovery peptides start from R1,250 per prefilled pen, with BPC-157, TB-500 and a BPC-157/TB-500 combination pen available. Delivered nationwide, dispensed on a valid medical script.

Yes. They are dispensed on a valid medical script: you complete a short medical questionnaire reviewed by our registered doctor, with a consultation arranged when your screening calls for one, before a script is issued.

Medically reviewed by Dr Chris van Zyl This page was written and reviewed by mobivIVe’s medical team, led by Dr Chris van Zyl, an HPCSA-registered medical doctor (registered as M.C. van Zyl, HPCSA reg. no. MP0287067) who is licensed to both prescribe and dispense medicines under a Section 22C dispensing licence. Last reviewed July 2026. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease; individual results vary. Consult your healthcare provider.