Key Takeaways GLP-1 microdosing is a rapidly growing practice that sits in a gray area between established medicine and emerging trend
Regulatory Oversight: Currently, the level of regulation over DTC compound medications remains unclear.1 We believe it will be important for researchers to better establish the frequency of DTC prescribing, for policymakers to monitor the prescribing practices of DTC platforms in order to identify and address potential risks, and for clinicians and health care systems to ask their patients about use of DTC platforms and to consider partnering with reputable weight-management companies and online platforms in order to augment traditional care with approaches that could increase medication access, patient engagement, and points of contact, the study authors wrote
Growth-hormone-supporting peptides (Sermorelin, CJC-1295/Ipamorelin, Tesamorelin) are the most affected
These hormones can stimulate or inhibit the growth of gut epithelial cells, control gut motility, and modulate the immune response
Being a defined, pure synthetic compound, Epithalon offers greater consistency, purity, and reproducibility in research settings compared to the natural bovine extract
Licensed medical providers are listed publicly through Colchis Medical Services PC