§ 01 Overview
Overview
Compounded injectable blend of lipotropic amino acids and B-vitamins, commonly used in weight-management clinics.
No rigorous outcome trials of lipotropic blends for weight loss.
§ 02 Mechanism
Mechanism of action
Lipo-C blends typically contain methionine, inositol, choline, B-complex vitamins, and sometimes carnitine. These components support hepatic fat metabolism and methylation pathways.
- 01Supports methylation and hepatic lipid handling
- 02Often used as adjunct in weight-loss programs
§ 03 Dosing
Dosing protocol
Standard Protocol
- Dose Range
- 1 ml per dose typical
- Route
- IM
- Timing
- AM
- Frequency
- 2–3x per week
- Cycle
- 8–12 weeks
§ 04 Evidence
Evidence & research
No rigorous outcome trials of lipotropic blends for weight loss.
FDA Status
Compounded product; individual components are generally recognized.
§ 06 News
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§ 07 Sourcing
Sourcing & supply
Regulatory status
Compoundable via 503A/503B
This compound has a 503A/503B compounding pathway. State-licensed compounding pharmacies can prepare it with a valid prescription.
No suppliers in our directory currently stock this compound. For investigational or research-only compounds, legitimate channels may not exist outside clinical trials.
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Safety & side effects
Side effects
- 01Injection site pain
- 02Flushing
- 03Body odor from methionine
Contraindications
None specified.
§ 10 Questions
Lipo-C FAQ
- What is Lipo-C?
- Compounded injectable blend of lipotropic amino acids and B-vitamins, commonly used in weight-management clinics. Lipo-C blends typically contain methionine, inositol, choline, B-complex vitamins, and sometimes carnitine. These components support hepatic fat metabolism and methylation pathways.
- What is Lipo-C used for?
- Reported uses include supports methylation and hepatic lipid handling and often used as adjunct in weight-loss programs. Evidence strength is rated Experimental — see the evidence section for detail.
- How is Lipo-C dosed?
- Commonly referenced dosing is 1 ml per dose, typically 2–3x per week, administered IM. This is educational reference only; consult a licensed clinician before use.
- What are the side effects of Lipo-C?
- Commonly reported side effects include injection site pain, flushing, and body odor from methionine. This list is not exhaustive.
- Is Lipo-C legal?
- This compound has a 503A/503B compounding pathway. State-licensed compounding pharmacies can prepare it with a valid prescription. FDA status: Compounded product; individual components are generally recognized..