Tesofensine (500mcg) x (30 tablets)

Description

This product is prepared for LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY and may not be used for other purposes.

What is Tesofensine?

Tesofensine is a triple reuptake inhibitor that influences the neurotransmitters dopamine, serotonin, and noradrenaline. Initially developed by NeuroSearch for treating Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, researchers discovered significant weight loss as a side effect during clinical trials. This led to a shift in focus, and tesofensine is now being studied primarily for its potential role in obesity treatment.

Mechanisms of Action

• Appetite Suppression
  Tesofensine primarily works by reducing appetite, which directly impacts caloric intake.
• Energy Metabolism Enhancement
  It slightly increases energy expenditure, supporting weight management through dual-action mechanisms.
• Neurotransmitter Modulation
  Tesofensine increases levels of dopamine, serotonin, and noradrenaline, contributing to its effects on neurological and metabolic disorders.

Research Focus Areas

Tesofensine is being investigated for its potential applications in various fields, including:

1. Weight Loss

Tesofensine has been studied extensively for its potential to induce significant weight loss.

• In a 2008 study published in The Lancet, patients treated with tesofensine achieved an average weight loss of 12.8 kg over 24 weeks with higher doses, almost double that of currently approved medications.
• Tesofensine’s ability to suppress appetite and modestly increase energy expenditure highlights its dual-action potential for treating obesity.
• Phase II clinical trials further demonstrated its ability to induce dose-dependent weight loss with minimal impact on blood pressure at lower doses.

2. Neurological Disorders

Tesofensine has been explored for its neuroprotective properties in diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s:

• It enhances levels of dopamine, serotonin, and noradrenaline in the brain, potentially addressing deficits common in neurological disorders.
• Studies suggest tesofensine may protect neuronal cells from oxidative stress and neurotoxicity, which are hallmark features of neurodegenerative diseases.
• Research in animal models indicated improvements in motor function for Parkinson’s disease by modulating dopaminergic systems.

3. Addiction Research

Tesofensine has shown potential in modulating the reward pathways associated with addictive behaviors:

• A 2013 study demonstrated its ability to influence appetite through noradrenergic and dopaminergic pathways, which are also implicated in addiction mechanisms.
• These findings suggest that tesofensine may have applications in alcohol addiction and other substance dependencies.

4. Metabolic Disorders

The weight-loss properties of tesofensine could have implications for managing metabolic conditions such as:

• Diabetes: Tesofensine has been shown to improve plasma insulin and HbA1c concentrations, critical markers for blood sugar control.
• Metabolic Syndrome: By reducing fat mass and weight, tesofensine may address obesity-related risk factors for this condition.

Tesofensine Research Data

*Weight loss compared to diet + placebo group.

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