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It's a prescription therapy, not a retail item, so don't treat it like one
Written by Emily Rodriguez, RDN, CSSD Registered Dietitian
Comparative data suggest peptide-based intra-articular injections may perform similarly to PRP and hyaluronic acid in short-term knee osteoarthritis outcomes
The most common digestive side effect is mild nausea, affecting 5-10% of users