Growth Hormone Peptide Therapy: Your Questions About Tesamorelin, Answered

You're not alone if you're dealing with stubborn belly fat, low energy, or other signs of aging. These changes are common as you get older, but the good news is, science-backed anti-aging treatments like peptide therapy can help you take control and feel more like yourself again.

The Performance Rejuvenation Center team believes in offering you the most advanced treatments to help you feel your best at every stage of life, including peptide therapy like tesamorelin.

If you're curious about how tesamorelin works and whether it could be the right option for you, we're here to answer the top eight questions.

#1: What is tesamorelin?

Tesamorelin is a synthetic growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) that produces more growth hormones by stimulating your pituitary gland. Your body uses growth hormones to help maintain your muscle mass, bone density, and a healthy metabolism.

As you age, your growth hormone levels naturally decline, which can contribute to weight gain, decreased energy, and diminished vitality. Tesamorelin promotes the natural release of growth hormones to counteract these age-related changes.

#2: How does tesamorelin work?

Tesamorelin stimulates your pituitary gland to secrete growth hormones. This increased growth hormone production helps to improve your fat metabolism, boost muscle mass, and support your overall wellness.

As you boost your body’s natural growth hormone production, tesamorelin can help promote healthier aging and improve aspects of physical performance and appearance.

#3: What are the benefits of tesamorelin?

Tesamorelin can offer a wide range of benefits, including:

Fat loss, especially around the belly

Originally developed to reduce visceral fat in people living with HIV who experience belly fat, tesamorelin's initial purpose was to improve fat distribution and density. Research shows that tesamorelin can also help enhance fat quality, indicated by healthier, denser fat tissue, independent of total fat volume loss.

These benefits aren’t limited to those with HIV; tesamorelin's fat-reducing and metabolic effects can support your body composition and wellness regardless of whether or not you have HIV.

Improved lean muscle mass

Beyond fat loss, tesamorelin can help improve your body composition by supporting increased lean muscle mass through protein synthesis.

According to research published in the Journal of Fragility and Aging, people who took tesamorelin had large increases in muscle density in all muscle groups tested, and most especially in the muscles around the abdomen, when compared to a placebo.

Improved energy levels

Many people experience increased energy and stamina, meaning that tesamorelin can improve your physical performance and ability to get through daily activities.

#4: How is tesamorelin administered?

Tesamorelin is administered via a subcutaneous injection, typically once a day. Don’t worry, though! If you’ve never had to self-administer a subcutaneous injection, our experienced medical team provides you with detailed instructions on how to administer the shot at home.

#5: What are the side effects?

As with any treatment, tesamorelin may have some potential side effects, though they are generally rare. The most common side effects include:

Mild injection site irritation
Headaches
Joint pain
Swelling in the hands or feet

These side effects subside after your body adjusts to the therapy and are typically short-term. Our Performance Rejuvenation Center team monitors you closely to ensure you're experiencing the best results with minimal discomfort.

#6: Who should consider tesamorelin?

Tesamorelin may be a good option if you’re dealing with age-related changes like increased visceral belly fat, reduced muscle tone, and low energy levels. It’s helpful for those who have tried diet and exercise without seeing lasting results.

#7: How long does it take to see results?

Results can vary from person to person, but many people begin to notice improvements within a few weeks of starting tesamorelin therapy. For maximum results, you should combine tesamorelin therapy with a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise.

#8: Is tesamorelin right for you?

If you're interested in learning more about tesamorelin and whether it's a good fit for your health goals, the Performance Rejuvenation Center team is here to guide you.

We offer personalized virtual consultations to evaluate your needs and develop a customized treatment plan that works best for you. Because we operate on a telemedicine platform, we can help you find the right peptide therapy no matter where you live in the United States.

To get started with peptide therapy, schedule a consultation or reach out via phone at 202-251-4472.