Zetpil™ Branched Chain Amino Acid Suppository

Cancer Cachexia

Cachexia is clinically recognized as unintentional, progressive weight loss and wasting of muscle tissue caused both by the natural course of the disease as well as a serious side effect from current medical treatments. Branched chain amino acids may be beneficial for the prevention and/or treatment of cancer-induced cachexia, a condition experienced by 50%-80% of all cancer patients and is a significant risk factor for treatment failure, toxicity and shorter survival.  In fact, cachexia kills up to 25% of cancer patients regardless of diagnosis or treatment success. ^{http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15213711}

Commonly Megastrol acetate (Megace) is prescribed and is used as an appetite stimulant which acts to suppress some inflammatory conditions believed to be partly responsible for this condition. Unfortunately, Megace, like other pharmaceutical options, has numerous side effects, some severe and potentially life threatening.   

“Megace has not shown promise in increasing lean body mass or markers of protein metabolism in the cachectic cancer patient.”^{http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3016925/}

Supplement Facts

Due to the nature of the product, suppositories cannot be returned or exchanged.

This product is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to phospholipids, or any of the listed ingredients.

If you choose to use this product as a rectal suppository, it is highly recommended you attempt to clear your bowels prior to inserting it to avoid premature evacuation.  To facilitate insertion it is recommended you moisten the product by passing it under a stream of cool water or use a personal lubricant. When used as a suppository, this product requires 15-20 minutes retention to ensure the complete absorption of the bioactive ingredients. This suppository can be inserted in any position. Although not required, if inserted while lying on one’s side, consider remaining in the supine position for 1-3 minutes following insertion. (Always insert flat end of suppository first).

Warnings:

• If pregnant or lactating, consult your physician before taking this product
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not exceed recommended dose
• For topical use only
• Avoid eyes and mucous membranes

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is a Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act compliant combination of naturally derived FDA GRAS (Generally regarded As Safe) herbal, nutraceutical, vitamins, minerals and amino acids products legally sold in the USA. In accordance with FDA regulations, when taken orally, this product may be considered a dietary supplement as defined by section 201(ff) of the Act, 21 U.S.C. § 321(ff).

Also, this product consists ONLY of a combination of naturally derived FDA GRAS (Generally regarded As Safe) herbal, nutraceutical, vitamins, minerals and amino acids products legally sold in the USA. Therefore, this product cannot be considered a drug as defined in section 201(g)(1) of the Act, 21 U.S.C. § 321(g)(1). This product is not intended to affect the structure or function of the body and is not intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease in man. Any nutritional suggestions and research regarding this product are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease nor should any information provided be used as a substitute for sound medical advice.