Overall, I would recommend that anyone in this category who is considering a GLP-1 to work closely with a therapist, a registered dietitian and their doctor to determine whether this is the right choice
Because it is a peptide, it is natural. Melanotan I is based on a natural hormone but contains deliberate structural modifications
One of the intended effects of GLP-1 medications is to slow digestion, which means food sits in the stomach and small intestine longer than usual, giving gut bacteria more time to ferment sulfur-containing foods and producing hydrogen sulfide as a byproduct
It works by mimicking the action of a natural hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)
You cannot bypass the prescriber and order directly from the pharmacy
Over time, your provider may recommend increasing the dose gradually to a maximum of 0.4ml (0.8 mg), depending on your response