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Can Double Chin Be Removed Without Surgery?

by Dr Harikiran Chekuri | Jun 12, 2026 | Blog, Plastic Surgery

A double chin can be reduced without surgery, but the outcome depends on the cause and how much submental fat is present. HIFU, cryolipolysis, and fat-dissolving injections have clinical evidence behind them and work well for mild to moderate cases. They don’t...

How Long Do Peptides Stay in Your Body?

by Dr Harikiran Chekuri | Jun 12, 2026 | Peptide

Half-life is what determines how long a peptide stays active, and it varies enormously across types. BPC-157 clears within hours, semaglutide lingers for weeks, and growth hormone peptides sit somewhere in between. Dosing schedules are built around these numbers,...

Can I Drink Alcohol on Peptide Therapy?

by Dr Harikiran Chekuri | Jun 11, 2026 | Peptide

Alcohol and peptide therapy don’t mix well, though the impact depends on how much you drink and which peptides you’re on. Moderate occasional drinking rarely ruins a protocol outright, but heavy or regular alcohol blunts results, slows recovery, and adds...

Is Gynecomastia Surgery Covered by Insurance?

by Dr Harikiran Chekuri | Jun 10, 2026 | Blog, Plastic Surgery

Gynecomastia surgery is usually treated as a cosmetic procedure by Indian health insurance providers, which means it’s typically not covered. The exception comes when the condition causes significant physical symptoms, documented psychological distress, or stems...

Do Peptides Need a Prescription in India?

by Dr Harikiran Chekuri | Jun 10, 2026 | Peptide

Most therapeutic peptides do require a prescription in India, particularly weight loss peptides like semaglutide and tirzepatide and recovery peptides like BPC-157. The Drugs and Cosmetics Act regulates these as prescription-only medications, meaning legal access runs...