Medications

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FDA APPROVED WEIGHT LOSS MEDICATIONS

APPETITE SUPPRESSANTS

 
 
  • Phentermine: FDA approved appetite suppressant prescribed by physicians that will help patients lose weight when used with a healthy diet and exercise. It is used for people who have been unable to lose weight with diet and exercise alone and need a weight loss aide to give them the added support for lasting weight loss. Phentermine is taken once a day in the morning and most individuals experience a decrease in appetite and an increase in the amount of energy. It is approved only for patients with a BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27 with one or more comorbidity (hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol). 
  • Phendimetrazine: Another FDA approved appetite suppressant. It will help patients lose weight when used with a healthy diet and exercise. It is used for people who have high blood pressure. Phendimetrazine is taken up to 3 times a day and most individuals experience decreased appetite and less cravings for junk food. It is approved only for patients with a BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27 with one or more comorbidity (hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol). 
  •  Qsymia: (phentermine – topiramate) Combines two drugs that together reduce hunger and control cravings, used in combination with a healthy diet and exercise. It is approved only for patients with a BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27 with one or more comorbidity (hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol). 

OTHER

 

  • Plenity: The newest FDA approved product on the market works in your stomach to help you feel full and eat less throughout the day. It is taken by mouth with water 20 minutes before lunch and dinner in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise. It is approved for patients with a BMI of 25 – 40 kg/m².FDA. 
  • Contrave: (naltrexone-buproprion) Inhibits the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain to control appetite. It is approved only for patients with a BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27 with one or more comorbidity (hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol). 
  • Xenical/Alli: (orlistat) blocks the break down of fat so it is not absorbed by the intestine. Must be used with a low fat diet. 
  • Vyvanse: (lisdexamphetamine) FDA approved for the treatment of Binge Eating Disorder. It affects the dopamine reward system in the brain decreasing the number of episodes of binge eating.
  • Topiramate: An oral medication that decreases appetite and causes feelings of fullness, used in combination with a healthy diet and exercise.  May be combined with phentermine. May also improve symptoms of compulsive eating disorder. 

Weight Loss Peptides

  • Mounjaro:(tizepatide) is a once weekly GIP (glucose-dependent isulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP1-RA (glucagon-like pepetide1 receptor agonist) injectible drug normally used to treat type 2 diabetes. In clinical trails when used with a healthy diet and exercise subjects lost 5 – 22.5% of their starting weight. Like the other GLP1-RA medications it is for long term use. 
  • Wegovy: (semaglutide) is a once weekly GLP-1-RA injectible drug normally used to treat type 2 diabetes. In clinical trails when used with a healthy diet and exercise subjects lost 17 – 18% of their weight and sustained that weight loss for at least 68 weeks. It is approved only for patients with a BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27 with one or more comorbidity (hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol). 
  • Saxenda: (Liraglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that increases feelings of being full and decreases  hunger in the brain. Also used to treat diabetes type 2 and should be used in combination with a healthy diet and exercise. It is approved only for patients with a BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27 with one or more comorbidity (hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol
  • CJC-1295/Ipamorelin: Combines modified growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) with a selective agonist of ghrelin (hunger hormone) to increase lean body mass, lower body fat, and support sleep and memory. Injectable peptide used 5 nights a week.     

FAT BURNING INJECTIONS

  • MIC– MIC is an acronym for the compounds: L-Methionine, Inositol and Choline. These are lipotropic agents which help with the breakdown of fat during metabolism in the body.
  • L- Methionine is one of eight essential amino acids that are the building blocks for proteins but which cannot be produced in the body. Aside from injection or ingestion as a supplement, L-Methionine can be found in meats and dairy products, as well as spinach, potatoes, Brazil nuts and sesame seeds. L-Methionine is useful in the treatment of liver disease and is a recommended supplement for vegetarians.
    For weight management, L- Methionine helps the body process and eliminate fat. It is a required amino acid in the production of cysteine and taurine, which help the body eliminate toxins.
  • Inositol is a carbohydrate, but is not considered a sugar, and was once considered a member of the vitamin B complex, however, since the body is able to synthesize it, it is not a classic vitamin. It is also found predominantly in fruits such as cantaloupe and oranges, as well as bananas, kidney beans, raisins, and peanuts.
    In the management of weight, inositol, when used in combination with other B complex vitamins, helps the liver break down fats in the body, and when used in combination with other compounds in a MIC injection, especially choline, inositol forms lecithin which is known to aid in the metabolism of fat.
  • Choline is considered an essential nutrient that, while produced in the liver, is generally not produced in sufficient quantities. Like inositol, it is often grouped within the B complex of vitamins, although it is not a true B vitamin. Choline is required in the regulation of the kidneys, liver and gallbladder.
    As part of a weight loss program, choline is essential for fat metabolism, it functions as a methyl donor and it assists detoxification reactions in the liver.
    Soybeans along with eggs are two of our best choline-based food sources, as well as beef liver, cauliflower, tofu and almonds.
    Interestingly, the components of a MIC injection, especially inositol and choline, have been found to improve mental function, improve feelings of depression
  • Vitamin B-12 – (Methylcobalamin) injections are weekly energy booster shots. It also promotes formation of blood/memory/concentration/immunity, boosting mood, slows down the aging process.
  • Vitamin B-6 – (Peridoxine) supports a wide variety of functions in your body  and is essential for your health. It assists weight loss through a stimulating effect on the thyroid as well as alleviates cravings. 
  • Vitamin B-1 – (Thiamine) plays a key role in energy metabolism. Adequate levels are needed by the body to keep metabolism from slowing down during weight loss. 
  • L-Carnitine allows the body to burn more fat, save glycogen, boost stamina and endurance. 

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