Research-context information only. Vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) is a research peptide. Protocols, doses, and reactions reported below come from published research and self-reported community sources. This article reports what has been documented, not what should be done. Consult a licensed physician for personal medical decisions.
The buying problem mirrors LL-37: 28-residue length pushes synthesis cost, vendor competition is limited, and per-mg pricing is high.
This guide covers documented per-mg pricing, COA verification, vial size selection, and red flags. For dosing context, see the VIP dosing guide.
This is not a ranked vendor list — for that, see our Best VIP Vendors comparison.
Understanding VIP Pricing
Current Market Pricing (2026)
VIP market snapshot
Live from the offers we track · Prices checked Oct 10, 2026, 5:17 AM CT
Vendors tracked
4
Products tracked
4 vials · 1 size
In stock now
4 of 4
Lowest $/mg
$4.95/mg list · $2.90/mg after coupon
Median $/mg
$5.80/mg list · $4.84/mg after coupon
90-day stockout rate
0.0% of offer-daysacross vendors listed on this page
Practical implication: Most vial sizes at typical doses exceed the 28-day window — staged reconstitution or smaller 1mg vials are common.
Vial Size by Protocol
Standard 50-100 mcg/day:
5mg vial with staged reconstitution
Or 1mg vials for shorter use windows
Vendor Evaluation Methodology
Price Competitiveness (40%)
Normalize to cost per milligram.
COA & Testing (30%)
Third-party labs
Recent (within 6 months)
Mass spec confirming 3,326 Da
Reputation (30%)
Community feedback, shipping reliability.
Shipping and Storage
Storage Guidelines
State
Temperature
Duration
Lyophilized
Refrigerated (2-8°C)
12+ months
Lyophilized
Frozen (-20°C)
24+ months
Reconstituted (BAC water)
Refrigerated
~28 days
Where to Buy
1
Nura Peptide
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Niche-format vendor — oral capsule peptides, pre-mixed nasal solutions, and a rare Reta + Cagrilintide combo blend, all 30% off with code thepeptidecatalog.
Most cloudy reconstitutions trace back to one thing — and it isn't the peptide. Sterile, non-pyrogenic, 0.9% benzyl alcohol — formulated for peptide reconstitution, not repackaged from generic stock.
✓ 0.9% benzyl alcohol✓ Made for peptides✓ 30 mL multi-dose
Vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) is sold as a research peptide labeled 'not for human consumption.' Aviptadil (synthetic VIP) has been studied in COVID-19 and sarcoidosis trials but is not FDA-approved. Purchasing research peptides is legal in most US jurisdictions.
How much does VIP cost per month?
Community subcutaneous protocols use 50-200mcg/day. Monthly mass at 100mcg/day is 3mg. Current vial prices by size are in the live market snapshot on this page; monthly cost is that monthly mass times the per-mg price of the vial size used.
Why is VIP priced higher than most peptides?
VIP is a 28-residue peptide — at the upper end of cost-effective synthesis. Limited vendor competition and small market size also push pricing higher. Per-mg pricing runs well above shorter peptides; current figures are in the market snapshot on this page.
What vial size should I buy?
5mg vials are the most-cited size given the typical low daily doses. 10mg vials require staged reconstitution at most community protocols.
What purity should I look for in VIP?
Third-party HPLC at 98%+ purity, plus mass spec confirming 3,326 Da. VIP is a 28-residue peptide with C-terminal amidation. At 28 residues, truncation byproducts are common synthesis impurities.
Can I buy VIP from a compounding pharmacy?
Limited. Aviptadil is not FDA-approved despite Phase 2 trial work in sarcoidosis and COVID-19. Some specialty pharmacies have offered intranasal or nebulized VIP but the supply chain is restricted. Research vendors are the documented option.
This article is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition. Consult a licensed healthcare provider before using any peptide.
