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Mesotherapy with Isoproterenol


How Isoproterenol Works in Mesotherapy

Fat cells have receptors on their surfaces that detect several types of chemical signals. One of these receptors is called the beta-receptor. When the beta-receptors are triggered, they tell fat cells to start breaking down the fat inside them. Isoproterenol turns on the beta-receptors. This causes the fat cells to break down the fat inside them.

Pros

Scientific publications have described the breakdown of fat in tissue that has been subjected to these injections. Two studies have shown that peoples' thighs became smaller.

It does have an FDA approved indication for treatment of other diseases.

Cons

Some common side effects when given for its normal use are: nervousness, insomnia, restlessness, headaches, and others.

The general side effects of mesotherapy also apply.


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It is important you discuss any weight loss or exercise plan with your doctor. Only you and your physician can decide what is best for you. Some people have certain conditions that prevent them from doing all exercises, and goal body weights may be different for different people. You need to discuss all these things with your physician before starting any weight loss or exercise program.

This article was written by John Vickery, MD.

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Epocrates Online @ www.epocrates.com accessed on 3/10/2008