Peptide Therapy
A growing field in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine
What are Peptides?
Peptides are made out of molecules in the body called amino acids (20 amino acids found in the body). When combined in certain arrangements these peptides act as a signaling molecule to perform various functions in the body. Peptides have been utilized for many years with some more common like insulin, oxytocin, glutathione, bradykinin. Dr. McKee uses individual peptides, or a combination of peptides, to help achieve desired results or relief of symptom. While peptides are becoming more mainstream, there is an increasing amount of unreliable sources on purchasing these peptides. Dr. McKee works with a variety of compounding pharmacies that are regulated and reliable to give the best and safest care to his patients. Schedule your consultation with Dr. McKee who is trained and certified in peptide therapy to help you gain the most benefits while minimizing your risks.
Weight Loss Peptides
Tirzepatide
GLP-1 agonist and glucose dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP)
Tirzepatide is gaining popularity as the second FDA drug trying to gain approval for chronic weight loss behind Semaglutide as an original diabetic drug. It is a GLP-1 agonist and GIP that both complement each other for possibly a greater effect on body weight and regulation of glucose and fats. Although FDA studies are currently still underway this drug can be a great alternative to Semaglutide
Semaglutide
Glucagon-Like Peptide (GLP-1)
Originally used to treat diabetes, it is now FDA approved for chronic weight loss. Semaglutide is considered the "game-changer" regarding weight loss management. It has gained mainstream popularity with studies showing patients losing 15% to 20% of body weight. It works by decreasing appetite, increases satiety, and stimulating fat cell destruction. It is a once a week subcutaneous injection. In addition to healthy lifestyle changes this peptide is changing the lives of many patients.
CJC1295/Ipamoralin
Growth hormone stimulating peptides help promote metabolism, weight loss and muscle mass.
Growth Hormone Stimulating Peptides
Growth Hormone Stimulating Peptide
Growth hormone (GH) has many benefits including: improving libido, decreasing body fat, improving sleep quality, and increasing muscle mass - to name a few. Unfortunately, our GH decreases 14% per decade after age 30. Both CJC-1295 and Ipamoralin work to increase growth hormone in a combined way that helps stimulate the increase of GH.
You take this peptide daily for 5 days during the week.
You will expect the benefits of CJC/Ipamoralin in stages. Sleep improves first followed by improvement of recovery and repair. Memory and cognition improves by week 3 and 4. Week 6 you will see body composition changes with increasing lean muscle mass and decreased fat.
CJC-1295/
Ipamoralin
Libido Peptide
PT-141, or bremelanotide, is a peptide that is known for improving sexual experiences for men and women. It increases erections in men and libido in women. It is a central melanocortin receptor agonist that functions on the central nervous system instead of the mechanism of Viagra and Cialis. Some patients have increased response to PT-141 versus Viagra and Cialis.
PT-141
Repair Peptide
GHK-cu
Copper Peptide
This peptide has been known for it's benefits of accelerating skin repair and wound healing, as well as helping hyperpigmentation and uv radiation damage. It also has aesthetic benefits to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improves skin firmness, elasticity and clarity.
BPC-157
Body Protection Compound 157
BPC-157 is one of the most widely used peptides in the world due to its regenerative and restorative properties. It is a naturally occurring peptide that is found in gastric juice and has multiple functions throughout the body.
It can be taken orally or injected and has been shown to aid in repair of muscles, tendons and bones. It also decreases inflammation in the gut associated with many autoimmune and inflammatory bowel diseases to improve symptoms.
Sleep Support Peptide
Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide
DSIP is a naturally occurring peptide synthesized normally in the hypothalamus. It has been found to reduce insomnia by promoting deep sleep. It is not a nightly sedating drug, and instead works to improve sleep for several nights after use.
It can be used as an alternative to those who see minimal effects on sleep with melatonin.
DSIP