Lipotropic-Plus (MIC or Vitamin) Injections
These intramuscular injections are one of our most popular treatments. Clients love the increased energy and weight loss support. You may have heard of these referred to as "MIC shots," but our formulation contains so much more!!
This formulation of water-soluble vitamins and amino acids improves liver detoxification, helps your body break down and release your stored fat, and enhances your metabolism. They can also improve mood, improve mental clarity, improve liver and gallbladder function, aid in the preservation of lean body mass, and enhance the absorption of essential nutrients.
Our preferred formulation of vitamins is specially prepared by a local Virginia compounding pharmacy. This formulation contains:
- L-Carnitine: An amino acid made in the human brain, liver and kidneys that assists your body in transforming fat into energy. L-carnitine is important for heart function, brain function, and muscle movement amongst other things. L-carnitine supplementation has been demonstrated to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in some patients. When administered via injection, nutrients like L-carnitine can be better absorbed by your body.
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A water-soluble vitamin that your body uses to create energy and maintain overall cell health. Niacinamide’s ability to repair damaged DNA was even demonstrated to reduce the risk of patients developing new skin cancer or precancerous spots in one randomized controlled trial published January 2023 in ScienceDirect. It can aid in weight loss by helping to boost the body’s basal metabolic rate.
- Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6): A water-soluble vitamin that supports brain function, the immune system, and the transport of oxygen around the body. It helps to create neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine to positively impact your mood. Vitamin B6 can assist in weight loss by reducing cravings and stimulating the thyroid (especially helpful in women with hormone imbalances).
- Thiamine (Vitamin B1): A water-soluble vitamin that is sometimes referred to as the “anti-stress” vitamin because it strengthens the immune system and improves your body’s ability to withstand stressful conditions. It can help with mental acuity. Thiamine assists in weight loss because it is responsible for helping to convert carbohydrates into energy.
- Hydroxocobalamin (Vitamin B12): A water-soluble vitamin that helps to keep your body’s blood and nerve cells healthy and helps to make DNA. It boosts your metabolism by assisting in the conversion of food to energy. Vitamin B12 also improves digestion and protein synthesis, which can aid in muscle growth.
- Methionine: An amino acid that is a powerful antioxidant that helps to breakdown fat in the liver, helps to lower cholesterol and is one of the main amino acids the body uses to produce creatinine, which is essential for energy production and muscle building. Methionine helps in preventing and relieving fatigue.
- Inositol: A type of sugar that helps to make cell membranes regulate insulin levels. Inositol reduces cholesterol and participates in the action of serotonin, which regulates mood and appetite.
- Choline: An essential nutrient that is used by your brain and nervous system to regulate memory, mood, muscle control and other functions. It functions to build healthy cell membranes and to help the liver remove waste products efficiently. It supports weight loss by helping your body use fats (emulsifies and dissolves fats).
These lipotropic injections are given intramuscularly at weekly, biweekly, or monthly intervals. They contain lidocaine, which makes the patient experience more comfortable. Lipotropic-PLUS injections can be purchased in a series to save.