The effects of these medications on fetal development and breastfeeding infants have not been well studied, and animal studies have suggested potential risks
The Athlete Dilemma: Banned But Widely Used WADA Prohibition Status: BPC-157, TB-500, and most peptides are prohibited at all times under: S0 Category: Non-Approved Substances S2 Category: Peptide Hormones and Growth Factors Consequences for athletes: Positive test = 2-4 year ban Career-ending for professionals Loss of medals, titles, endorsements But Athletes Are Using Anyway Why
The key points at a glance: Frequency: around 3% of adults are affected according to the licensing trials, and more with substantial weight loss
Mice in the Sema group were intraperitoneally administered semaglutide, and the HFD group and the NCD group were intraperitoneally administered an equal volume of normal saline
liraglutide, branded as Saxenda and Victoza
Heres a quick breakdown of Brand-Name GLP-1s vs Compounded: Delivery Brand-Name: Weekly pre-filled pens Compounded (Josie): Oral tablets or weekly injections Dosing Brand-Name: Fixed factory dosing Compounded (Josie): Personalized micro-dosing Titration Brand-Name: Standard titration schedule Compounded (Josie): Symptom-based titration Insurance Brand-Name: Often required Compounded (Josie): Cash-pay, no insurance hassles Provider Access Brand-Name: Limited Compounded (Josie): Ongoing check-ins and adjustments Regulation Brand-Name: FDA-approved Compounded (Josie): Made in licensed 503A compounding pharmacies For some women, brand-name GLP-1s may be a good option especially if insurance covers them or if you can afford the cash-pay price, and side effects are minimal