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What Are Peptides?
Peptides are naturally occurring short chains of amino acids—the essential building blocks of protein—found throughout the human body. In peptide therapy, these targeted amino acid sequences are used to support specific biological functions such as weight loss, muscle recovery, anti-aging, and cellular repair.
Peptides work by mimicking the body’s natural signaling molecules, binding to receptors and instructing cells to perform tasks like burning fat, building muscle, healing tissues, or regulating hormones. This makes medical peptide therapy a powerful tool for optimizing health, improving performance, and accelerating recovery.
What Are The Benefits Of Peptide Therapy?
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Peptide therapy offers a wide range of potential health benefits by targeting specific functions in the body. Some of the most common benefits of medical peptide treatments include:
✅ Weight loss and fat reduction
✅ Muscle growth and improved strength
✅ Enhanced sexual function and libido support
✅ Tissue, joint, and ligament repair
✅ Pain relief and reduced inflammation
✅ Hair regrowth and hair loss prevention
✅ Improved insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation
✅ Faster recovery from injury and workouts
✅ Anti-aging and skin rejuvenation
With personalized peptide protocols at Reform ABQ, we help patients achieve their health, wellness, and performance goals safely and effectively.
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FAQ
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Side effects will vary based on the individual peptide being used and the treatment it's being used for. While peptides are generally considered safe, each peptide has mild potential side effects.
What are the side effects of peptides?
Virtually anyone can be a candidate for peptide therapy. We encourage you to discuss your options with our provider. Tailored therapy is possible peptides.
Who can benefit from peptide therapy?
Many of our peptides are administered sublingually, but the route of administration will vary based on your tailored treatment. The sublingual administration bypasses your gastrointestinal system with similar absorption of subcutaneous injections. Additional administration options include oral medication, nasal sprays, and topical creams.
How are peptides administered?
The timeline for results with peptide therapy varies based on the specific peptide, your health goals, and your body’s response. Most patients begin to notice subtle changes within 2 to 4 weeks of consistent use, such as improved energy, better sleep, or reduced appetite. However, optimal results—especially for weight loss, muscle growth, or injury recovery—typically develop over 8 to 12 weeks or longer.
Since peptides work by supporting your body’s natural processes, they provide gradual, sustainable improvements rather than immediate changes. Regular follow-up visits and lab monitoring help us adjust your protocol for the best possible results.
How long does peptide therapy take to work?
Yes, at Reform ABQ we recommend baseline bloodwork before starting most peptide therapies. Blood testing helps us assess your overall health, hormone levels, metabolic function, and any potential contraindications. This ensures we create a safe, personalized peptide protocol tailored to your goals—whether it’s weight loss, muscle building, injury recovery, or anti-aging support.
For peptides like Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, or growth hormone-releasing peptides (GHRPs), bloodwork may include:
✅ Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
✅ Hemoglobin A1C
✅ Lipid panel
✅ Hormone levels (if needed)
✅ CBC (Complete Blood Count)
Ongoing monitoring may also be recommended throughout your treatment to ensure safety and optimize results
Do I need bloodwork before starting peptide therapy?
Some peptides, like Semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®), are FDA-approved for specific medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. However, many other peptides used for wellness, anti-aging, muscle recovery, or performance enhancement are not FDA-approved for general use and are considered research compounds or used off-label.
At Reform ABQ, we only source peptides from licensed, FDA-registered compounding pharmacies that follow strict safety and quality standards. All peptide therapies are medically supervised to ensure patient safety, proper dosing, and compliance with current regulations.
We are committed to patient education and transparency, and we encourage you to discuss any questions or concerns about peptide therapy with our providers during your consultation.
Are Peptides covered by insurance?
Peptides We Currently Offer
At Reform ABQ, we offer a variety of medically supervised peptides designed to support your specific health and wellness goals. Our most popular peptide therapies include Semaglutide and Tirzepatide for medical weight loss and appetite control, BPC-157 for accelerated healing, injury recovery, and gut health, and CJC-1295 with Ipamorelin to promote natural growth hormone production, muscle recovery, and anti-aging benefits. We also offer PT-141 (Bremelanotide) for sexual wellness and enhanced libido, and AOD-9604, a fat-burning peptide that supports metabolic function. Each peptide protocol is tailored to your individual needs to help you achieve optimal results safely and effectively.
AOD-9604
Starting at $150/month
AOD-9604 is a specialized peptide clinically shown to stimulate the breakdown of stored fat while inhibiting the formation of new fat cells. By mimicking the fat-burning activity of human growth hormone without impacting blood sugar or insulin levels, AOD-9604 supports weight loss, enhances metabolism, and may aid in the reduction of stubborn fat deposits—making it an ideal addition to medical weight loss programs.
BPC-157
Starting at $120/month
This therapeutic peptide enhances recovery by increasing blood flow to injured muscles, tendons, and nerve tissue, accelerating the body’s natural healing processes. Clinically used to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and support nervous system recovery, it is an ideal option for patients recovering from injuries, surgery, or chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
Ipamorelin
Starting at $150/month
Ipamorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide (GHRP) that stimulates the body’s natural production of growth hormone, supporting fat loss, lean muscle growth, improved bone density, and enhanced recovery. Commonly used in anti-aging and wellness protocols, Ipamorelin helps address age-related concerns such as weight gain, loss of muscle mass, decreased bone strength, and reduced libido—all with minimal side effects.
Ipamorelin
Starting at $150/month
Ibutamoren (MK-677) is an oral growth hormone secretagogue that stimulates the ghrelin receptor, promoting the natural release of growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). Clinically used for its potential benefits in increasing lean muscle mass, improving bone density, and supporting anti-aging goals, Ibutamoren also enhances recovery and sleep quality. A known side effect is increased appetite, making it beneficial for individuals focused on muscle growth and body recomposition.
Semaglutide
Starting at $280/month
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a naturally occurring hormone released after eating. It works by signaling the brain to reduce appetite, increasing feelings of fullness, and slowing gastric emptying, which helps control portion sizes and reduce caloric intake. Originally developed to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes, Semaglutide has since gained recognition for its significant and sustained weight loss benefits. It effectively supports both blood sugar regulation and long-term weight management when used under medical supervision.
Tirzepatide
Starting at $300/month
Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and GLP-1 receptor agonist, designed to mimic the action of both naturally occurring hormones involved in appetite regulation and glucose metabolism. By stimulating both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, Tirzepatide enhances insulin secretion, reduces appetite, slows gastric emptying, and promotes feelings of fullness—making it highly effective for weight loss and metabolic health. Originally approved for type 2 diabetes management, Tirzepatide has demonstrated superior weight loss outcomes in clinical studies, offering a powerful option for patients seeking advanced support for obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic optimization.
⚠️ Important Note on Peptide Therapy and FDA Guidance
Peptides are considered investigational compounds when used off-label for purposes such as weight loss, anti-aging, or performance enhancement. While some peptides, like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, are FDA-approved for specific indications such as type 2 diabetes and weight management, many other peptides offered for wellness purposes are not FDA-approved for general use.
At Reform ABQ, we source peptides from high-quality, reputable compounding pharmacies that follow strict safety and sterility guidelines. All peptide therapies are medically supervised by licensed providers to ensure patient safety, informed consent, and individualized treatment plans.
We encourage all patients to schedule a consultation to determine if peptide therapy is appropriate for their health goals.