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Semaglutide
Semaglutide is quickly becoming our most prescribed weight loss medication. If you struggle with healthy eating habits, cravings, or binge eating, Semaglutide is an excellent option for patients looking to lose weight. When taken regularly, Semaglutide helps reduce hunger cravings and increases the feeling of fullness much sooner. Additionally, it helps to aid the body in utilizing sugar for energy and burning visceral fat which allows you to attain greater overall weight loss than with most other methods. In fact, Semaglutide boasts weight loss results that are two times that of most other medications.
When it comes to medical weight loss programs, each body type reacts differently to Wegovy ™. Some begin to see results including decreased appetite within the first few weeks (up to 20lbs in a month); others see remarkable results after months of use (totaling 20% bodyweight lost). One factor that determines the rate of success is how quickly you tolerate the medicine as the dose is increased. The most significant weight loss is seen once you are using the full dose.
Semaglutide is titrated or increased gradually in order to minimize the side effects (especially GI related). Studies conducted used a starting dose of .25 mg per week and then this dose was roughly doubled every month until the full dose of 2.4 mg per week was attained. This gave the body a chance to slowly accommodate to the changes this medicine made to the gut and glucose metabolism. We find that while almost all patients tolerate this treatment very well, some can titrate more quickly leading to faster results. Your physician will help you determine the optimal rate for you to maximize benefits while limiting unwanted side effects.
Typical dosing:
.25 mg Week 1-4
.50 mg Week 5-8
.1.0 mg Week 9-12
1.7 mg Week 13-16
2.4 mg Week 17+
Semaglutide injections are applied subcutaneously (very comfortably just under the skin with a tiny needle like insulin) once a week, any time of day, with or without food. One reason why Semaglutide is preferred by both doctors and patients alike is the ease of dosage administration and the unprecedented weight loss averaging 15-20% of total body weight.
A majority of healthy weight loss programs involve some diet or physical exercise. Semaglutide is shown to work without added exercise; however, patients will experience larger and quicker results with some form of doctor recommended exercise.
Phentermine
We cannot stress enough that every body and metabolic system are different. With that, many patients taking Phentermine have decreased more than 5% of their body weight in a 12-week course. This percentage can vary depending on your current body weight.
A typical dosage for Phentermine is a 37.5 mg pill taken orally once daily. Patients can choose to divide the prescription into two separate doses, one in the morning and another in the evening. While 37.5 mg is the average dosage, Phentermine can come in lower doses, as small as 8 mg.
Phentermine is FDA approved for short term weight loss typically up to 6 weeks. It is not approved for more long-term use for chronic obesity and thus it’s use is diminishing as more versatile and superior medications become more available. Patients with cardiac issues need to be evaluated carefully before beginning this program.
Phentermine has been the preferred medication for most medical weight loss clinics for almost a decade. This drug functions primarily as a stimulant along with some appetite suppressant activity. It shows fairly rapid, predictable weight loss which makes it an attractive choice for many. However, it’s limitations have more recently led to a decrease in its usage. While weight loss is rapid with this medication it is rarely long-term meaning most patients can gain weight back as quickly as they lost it unless significant changes are made to both dietary intake and exercise output long term. This coupled with the advent of superior more long-standing medications, which actually help to reset metabolism and improve glucose and fat usage, means that this may no longer be the best option for many patients. Your physician will discuss all the appropriate options that work best based on your individual needs.
LDN
This is actually a great question that has not been answered conclusively through studies. Our research at Medical Weight Loss Solutions has led us to incorporate this as an effective adjunct to the primary medicine in many of our weight loss programs. It seems that LDN can be classified as a potentiator medication. This means it makes the other medicines along with the whole weight loss program more effective however on its own it does not help as much. It seems that while LDN can only directly help in losing an extra 5-10 lbs., it will help a program that produces more significant weight loss more easily keep that weight off making it more permanent. Many researchers feel LDN does this by making permanent changes to the centers of the brain that are involved with the pleasure and reward of eating.
LDN is actually quite affordable when it is used as an adjunct to a more significant weight loss program. Cost will vary the way in which you physician incorporates LDN into your weight loss product.
LDN has been known to increase endorphins in the body, helping with chronic pain and discomfort. In addition, it is proven that LDN does not cause further pain or harm to patients already suffering from chronic pain illnesses.
On a global scale, naltrexone has been around for years; however, it has never been mass-produced for pharmaceutical use until recent years. Naltrexone has been used for many years as treatment for opioid withdraw and in addiction therapy. However, the dose used for this purpose is over 10 times what is used for LDN therapy. Thus, the science on general Naltrexone use is vast while the low dose use has much less research published. Due to the widespread long-term use of larger doses of Naltrexone, the low dose version is considered to be extremely safe and most find it very effective.
Lipo MIC
There are three amino acids: methionine, inositol, choline, and vitamin B12 that make up a Lipo MIC injection. Each of these compounds offers various benefits that improve metabolism, eating habits, depression, energy levels, and more.
A reduced calorie and carbohydrate diet is the most beneficial course of action for patients looking to see results while using Lipo MIC injections. Make sure to speak with your medical provider to determine the personalized diet plan that works best for your body and lifestyle.
How much weight you lose depends on your current body fat percentage and how well your own metabolism currently utilizes fats and carbohydrates. Most patients report losing 1-2 lbs. per week especially when combined with intense exercise and or calorie restriction. We will discuss your weight loss goals and what would be the best approach for you during our initial consultation.
Yes. The substances in the Lipo MIC formula help liberate stubborn fat out of their deposits and into your blood stream to be metabolized. Thus, a steady exercise regime is required to burn those lipids for energy.
Amlexanox
Originally used to treat canker sores and ulcers in the mouth, Amlexanox is an anti-inflammatory medication with a tremendous long term safety profile that is becoming more common as a weight loss drug. It has shown to be very effective at improving metabolic function, increasing insulin sensitivity, and decreasing food cravings.
Our amlexanox treatment is taken orally three times daily before each large meal. If you think amlexanox may be right for you, contact our medical professionals to learn more about the dosage and treatment process.
Common side effects of amlexanox can include slight discomfort, stinging, burning of the skin, nausea, diarrhea, and rash. Please get in touch with your medical provider if you notice an immediate rash after taking amlexanox.
Amlexanox is a fascinating compound that can both be used as the cornerstone of a weight loss program or as an adjunct to an existing comprehensive weight loss program. It has these characteristics because of its multiple functions in the body. This includes greater insulin sensitivity helping to utilize sugars more efficiently, better fat oxidation helping to preferentially burn lipids for fuel, anti-inflammatory activity helping to decrease storage of fat and the ability to influence gene expression causing the body to move into a more positive metabolic state.
Tesofensine
Tesofensine is a reuptake inhibitor for serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. This means Tesofensine works with the neurotransmitters in the brain to limit food cravings, promote fullness and satiety, reduce overeating or binge eating and stimulate greater metabolic activity resulting in a 6% increase in fat oxidation and resting energy expenditure.
There are common and mild side effects that can take place while on tesofensine. Side effects can include dry mouth, insomnia, tachycardia, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, high blood pressure, and increases in heart rate. These effects can be limited by limiting dosing and if needed a mild anti-hypertensive can be added as needed to combat the majority of these symptoms in susceptible individuals.
Tesofensine has been the subject of twenty studies over the course of the last 18 years. It has more recently been approved by the FDA for conditional weight loss. In summary, these studies show a dramatic loss of weight in almost all participants. In fact, the average weight loss over 6 months was 24.9 lbs. with a significant reduction in visceral fat.
Depending on your current body fat percentage and weight loss goals will determine which dosage is right for your treatment.
5-Amino-1MQ
5-Amino-1MQ is an NNMT inhibitor. NNMT is the main enzyme in our bodies responsible for slowing down the rate at which fat cells are metabolized for energy. By blocking this enzyme, 5-Amino-1MQ makes it easier to burn fat while simultaneously maintaining or even building muscle. This molecule has also shown the ability to promote muscle satellite cell proliferation meaning that it can build muscle even in a restricted calorie environment.
No. The great thing about the 5-Amino-1MQ peptide is that its function is to select a target, which effectively minimizes any side effects you might experience. Peptides are unlikely to have any side effects on healthy people, and if you do experience any, they would be fairly minor. The most common side effects include headache, dizziness, nausea or bloating, gas, low energy, cold symptoms, and difficulty sleeping.
You should start seeing and feeling a difference within two weeks with increased energy levels and better physical tone. However, it can take up to 12 weeks for any substantial amount of weight to be lost. The amount of weight you will lose when using 5-amino-1MQ will depend on various factors, including your exercise regime and eating habits. Taking 5-amino-1MQ peptides will improve your ability to burn fat and lose weight permanently, as it can reverse obesity and also prevent it.
Dosage can range from 50-150 mg per day. Typical dosing is to take 1-3 50 mg capsules by mouth daily. (It is also advisable to take a four-week break from the treatment every two months.)
AOD9604
This is a weight loss approach for those struggling with obesity. Sometimes your body can work against you through your metabolism and hormones, which can make losing weight more difficult. For people who need extra help, AOD9604 can aid weight loss and prevent your body from storing unnecessary fat.
AOD9604 is a modified form of amino acids 176-191 of the GH (growth hormone) polypeptide. It is FDA approved and often marketed as an anti-obesity drug. This is a relatively safe approach with many benefits and only minor possible side effects.
One of the benefits of AOD9604 is that it comes in a variety of forms of administration, which includes nasal spray, dissolvable tablets, and injection. Dosage varies by individual and the method of administration. Our expert physicians will be able to advise you on the best form for your goals and lifestyle.
You will feel results before you see them physically. You should notice an increase in your energy levels and an improvement within your body. It can take up to 12 weeks to see significant weight loss but stick with the regimen, and you should experience noticeable results. The best part of this program is that the weight loss is permanent as this medication directly targets fat cells only in a process called lipolysis.
Biocidin
Biocidin is a powerful botanical remedy that is comprised of a combination of 18 essential plants, including bilberry extract, noni extract, milk thistle, echinacea purpurea extract, echinacea Angustifolia, goldenseal, shiitake extract, white willow bark, garlic, grape seed extract, black walnut (hull and leaf), raspberry, fumitory extract, gentian, tea tree oil, galbanum oil, lavender oil, and oregano oil.
Biocidin is a powerful remedy for gut issues. It is used to treat GI infections and is an essential component of a Detox/Cleansing program. Our gut is our first line of defense for our overall health. If the stomach and intestinal tract is not functioning properly, it can lead to an inability to absorb nutrients or metabolize the foods we eat. Many of our patients find that once their digestive system is working as it should it becomes much easier to lose weight with a dramatic increase in energy. Your physician will utilize the information gained in your consultation to determine if this program is right for you.
The best way to store Biocidin products is upright in a cool, dark place. They should be kept out of direct sunlight. There is no need to refrigerate the products. However, some specific products may contain oils that will keep longer if refrigerated after opening. Check the instructions on your individual bottle.
Yes. For those extremely sensitive, diluting one pump in 10 ounces of water is recommended, and consuming only 2 oz per dose. This would be the equivalent of 1 drop of the original Biocidin liquid. You need to hold it under your tongue for 30 seconds before swallowing.
BPC-157
BPC-157 has been found to promote increased healing and repair in nearly every kind of tissue in which it has been studied. It primarily helps your body in three main areas: gut health, joint health, and wound healing.
For gut health it is recommended to take one capsule before breakfast and another before lunch. For tissue or joint repair, it is advised to inject near the area of injury once in the AM and once in the PM.
No. It is recommended that women who are pregnant or nursing should not use this product. For more information or professional guidance, feel free to consult your doctor.
BPC-157 is one of the most effective regenerative or healing substances known. Similar to Biocidin, it can promote a balance in the digestive tract through detoxification and healing of the gut lining. This allows improved nutrient absorption and food metabolism.
Additionally, for most patients, exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and weight loss program. BPC-157 is an asset that we use to reduce healing time, allowing you to get back to your activities more quickly.
NAD+
NAD+ infusions are administered by our medical professionals through an IV (like in the hospital). This produces immediate results as the medication flows directly into your bloodstream. Oral NAD+ supplements or precursors are not instantly effective as they must be broken down by the stomach. In fact, while NAD+ infusions have been proven to work, oral supplements have not been shown to produce any significant improvements in cellular metabolism.
NAD+ infusion therapy can help with several mental and physical illnesses or disorders. Many patients use NAD+ infusions for mental illness, aging, substance abuse disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, and PTSD. It has also been shown to help improve cellular metabolism by increasing the energy substrates available to the mitochondria of the cell. This is like giving an unlimited supply of rocket fuel to your high-performance car.
Yes, NAD+ infusions are a completely safe treatment option for weight loss, increased energy, anti-aging, and more. This natural substance is already used in the body and can be managed through our infusion therapy sessions.
There are minor side effects to NAD+, including nausea, brain fog, cramping, and muscle fatigue. If you experience any of these side effects during your treatment, let our medical professional know, and they will slow the IV drip.