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Gopal Grandhige, MD, FACS, Board-Certified Surgeon Last Reviewed: March 16, 2026 BPC-157 typically begins working within the first one to two weeks, with most patients noticing subtle improvements such as reduced soreness, better digestion, and decreased inflammation during this early phase
A 2022 review and meta-analysis found that doses as low as 50mg per day could have a reductive effect on cholesterol,37 and we know from other research that high cholesterol can lead to liver fibrosis.38 The same 2022 review found that at least 500mg of artichoke leaf per day provided the greatest impact on liver markers like ALT and AST.37 However, certain users should be aware of serious side effects when ingesting artichoke
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Finasteride may cause side effects such as changes in libido or mood