Chronic alcohol misuse, for instance, depletes essential nutrients like thiamine, critical for brain function, while stimulants disrupt neurotransmitter balances, impairing memory and attention
Oral capsules also eliminate sterility concerns and provide more accurate dosing than reconstituted solutions
The most commonly reported side effects for both agents are gastrointestinal, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation, particularly during dose escalation

A thorough initial consultation to assess your health history, current medications, and appropriateness for peptide therapy Baseline investigations, including relevant blood panels, before commencing any peptide protocol Clear informed consent regarding the experimental nature of these therapies and the limitations of current evidence Sourcing from reputable, TGA-registered compounding pharmacies only Regular review appointments to monitor for any adverse effects and reassess ongoing appropriateness An honest conversation about alternatives --- including proven regenerative therapies such as PRP, physiotherapy, and targeted nutrition --- which may complement or replace peptide use Questions to Ask Your Practitioner If you are thinking about peptide therapy, the following questions will assist in guiding an informed discussion