Although originally created for medical purposes, opioids are easy to become addicted to and often misused
Injectable peptides are regulated as prescription drugs in Canada and used to treat certain conditions, with patients consulting doctors or other licensed health-care professionals, according to the federal agency, adding that it must authorize the drugs before they can be sold
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However, the absence of human clinical trials means the relevance and safety of these mechanisms in humans remains unestablished
Some research suggests it might even help treat and prevent migraines
Animal studies [5] suggest localized injections may have greater effects on muscles, tendons and ligaments, but safety and efficacy in humans are still under investigation