Growth Hormone Optimization

Crista Callaghan • January 16, 2024

Peptides for Men’s Health

Have you been at a physical plateau? Do you work out consistently, but you just can’t push past where you’re at? Growth hormone optimization with peptides might be just what you’re looking for!

Who Is a Candidate?

Men looking to improve their physical athletic performance, increase their lean muscle mass or decrease their recovery times between strenuous workouts. Lab testing is involved and based on the results, an individualized treatment plan will be developed.

What Are the Benefits of Treatment?

❖ Performance enhancement

❖ Stimulates recovery from old injuries and can decrease tendon pain/discomfort

❖ Anti-aging properties

❖ Decreased recovery time between workouts

How Do I Go About Starting on Growth Hormone Optimization?

❖ Initial Lab Evaluation - 15 Minute appointment to obtain a brief history and obtain blood sample for testing.

❖ In-office Consultation - 45-60 Minute appointment to review lab results and formulate an individualized plan of treatment.

❖ Follow Up Labs - 15 Min appointment at 3 month interval to obtain blood sample for safety and efficacy testing.

Common Side Effects

❖ Increased appetite

❖ Dizziness

❖ Increased heart rate

❖ Rash at injection site

❖ Abdominal cramping

❖ Fatigue (medication is taken at night to limit daytime sleepiness)

❖ Water retention

How Long Will It Take to See Results?

You will begin to see some improvement in the first couple of months. Treatment is typically cycled, on for 3 months with a holiday period after the first cycle. Results are individual and subjective in nature.

Is This Treatment Safe?

This class of peptide therapy is very well tolerated amongst most individuals. Risk factors will be assessed during initial evaluation and lab monitoring will be done at routine intervals to assure safety and efficacy.

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