VIP
Also known as: Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide, Aviptadil
28-amino-acid neuropeptide; potent vasodilator, anti-inflammatory, and mucosal immune regulator. Binds VPAC1/VPAC2 receptors.
- Typical dose
- 25 mcg – 100 mcg
- Frequency
- once daily
- Route
- Intranasal
- Half-life
- 1 minutes
- Routes
- Intranasal, Subcutaneous
- Status
- Investigational (IV form has orphan drug designation for ARDS)
Benefits
- CIRS/mold illness treatment
- Pulmonary vasodilation
- GI inflammation relief
- Neuroprotective
Dosing
A common research range for VIP is 25 mcg to 100 mcg once daily. Intranasal is primary route; start low. These figures are reference points from published literature, not a prescription — your protocol should be set with a licensed provider.
Reconstitution
A typical reconstitution for VIP is 5 mg of peptide in 5 mL of bacteriostatic water, giving roughly 1 mg per mL. Vial's built-in calculator works out the exact syringe draw for any vial size and dose.
Half-life
VIP has an approximate half-life of 1 minutes. Vial plots the real concentration curve from your logged doses so you can see peak windows and when levels taper.
Storage
2-8°C; protect from light.
Reported side effects
- Nasal congestion
- Flushing
- Diarrhea
- Hypotension
Contraindications
- Hypotension
- Active diarrhea
Commonly stacked with
Track VIP with Vial
Vial logs every VIP dose, plots its half-life curve, calculates reconstitution math, and keeps your whole protocol on schedule — on-device and private. Download Vial on the App Store →
This page is for educational and harm-reduction purposes only. VIP is not FDA-approved for most uses described here. Always consult a licensed physician before starting any peptide protocol. Vial does not sell peptides, recommend vendors, or provide medical advice.