What are peptides?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins. Some act as signaling molecules. Their effects depend on their structure and the biological process involved.
Source: NIH / NHGRI: Peptide
Peptides.
Simply explained.
Short chains of amino acids. Different roles. Individual medical decisions.
Are all peptide treatments alike?
No. Each medicine or formulation has its own evidence, risks and uses. Findings about one peptide do not establish the effects of another peptide or a combination.
Are peptide medications FDA-approved?
Some peptide-based medicines have approved uses. That does not mean every peptide, formulation or use is approved. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved; FDA does not review their safety, effectiveness or quality before marketing.
What is a compounded medication?
Compounding combines or changes ingredients to meet an individual medical need. It differs from manufacturing an FDA-approved medicine. Your clinician must consider available approved treatments, the need for compounding and applicable requirements.
How does iWellniss approach peptide treatment?
Start with a goal, not a self-selected prescription. A licensed clinician reviews your history, medications, risks and alternatives. Treatment is offered only when appropriate and available.
What should I ask my clinician?
- What evidence supports this treatment for my goal?
- What are the risks and approved alternatives?
- Which pharmacy will dispense it?
- What monitoring, follow-up and costs should I expect?
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