Frequently Asked Questions

Peptides are short chains of amino acids — the building blocks of proteins. Certain peptides have been studied for their roles in areas such as body composition, skin health, energy, and recovery. Your weight management doctor will explain which peptides are relevant to your goals and why they're recommending a particular protocol.

No. Peptides are not anabolic steroids. They are distinct classes of compounds with different mechanisms, legal statuses, and risk profiles. All peptides prescribed through High Performance Human are selected and prescribed by a weight management doctor within TGA guidelines.

Yes. High Performance Human operates within Australia's Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 (Cth). All peptides prescribed through our service are sourced from licensed Australian compounding pharmacies. We comply fully — we don't cut corners, and we don't prescribe unapproved therapeutic goods.

The specific peptides your weight management doctor prescribes depend on your assessment, goals, and health profile. Your weight management doctor will explain what they're recommending, why, and what evidence supports its use. We do not use a one-size-fits-all approach — every protocol is personalised.

This depends on the protocol. Energy and recovery improvements are often noticed within 2–4 weeks. Weight management results typically emerge over 4–8 weeks, with protocols reviewed at the 12-week mark. Skin improvements typically appear at 6–10 weeks, and hair results usually take 3–4 months. Longevity protocols are long-term by design, with many patients reporting initial improvements in sleep, energy, and recovery within the first 4–6 weeks.

Every protocol is prescribed by an AHPRA-registered Australian weight management doctor. Our weight management doctors hold Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and have additional training in peptide therapy. You can read about our weight management doctor panel on the Meet the Weight Management Doctors page.

No referral is needed. You complete our online assessment, and a weight management doctor determines whether peptide therapy is appropriate for you based on your health profile and goals. If a weight management doctor determines it's not appropriate, there's no charge.

The assessment is not designed to screen you out — it's the clinical foundation your weight management doctor uses to build your protocol. It covers your health history, current medications, goals, and relevant medical information. This helps your weight management doctor prescribe safely and appropriately.

If your weight management doctor determines that peptide therapy is not appropriate based on your assessment, they will tell you and explain why. There is no charge for this assessment review. We will not prescribe if it's not clinically suitable.

Side effects vary depending on the specific peptides in your protocol. Your weight management doctor will discuss potential side effects, what to watch for, and when to contact them during your consultation. As with any prescription medication, if you experience an adverse reaction, you should contact your weight management doctor or seek medical attention.

The online assessment takes about 5 minutes. It covers your health history, current medications, goals, and relevant medical information. It's designed to give your weight management doctor the information they need to determine whether peptide therapy is appropriate for you and to personalise your protocol.

Most patients speak with a weight management doctor within 48 hours of completing their assessment. Your doctor consultation can be conducted via video call or phone — your preference is noted on your assessment.

After your consultation, your weight management doctor will finalise your personalised peptide protocol. If a prescription is issued, we'll send you a secure payment link to confirm your order. Once payment is processed, your prescription goes to the pharmacy and your peptides are dispatched in discreet packaging.

All deliveries arrive in plain, unmarked boxes or satchels. No pharmacy branding is visible on the outer packaging. Deliveries can be sent to your home, workplace, or a PO Box — wherever is most convenient and discreet.

Your weight management doctor will determine whether any pathology or blood work is required based on your assessment and the specific peptides being considered. If blood work is needed, this would be at an additional cost and arranged separately through a local pathology provider. Your weight management doctor will discuss this with you during your consultation.

Yes. Your weight management doctor remains available throughout your program. If you have questions, experience side effects, or want to adjust your protocol, you can contact your weight management doctor directly. Ongoing clinical oversight is included in your program.

Your protocol is built around your individual assessment. Peptide therapies aren't one-size-fits-all — your weight management doctor prescribes based on your goals, health history, and starting point. That's why we give you a price range, confirmed before you commit.

No. The price you see is the price you pay for your protocol, consultations, and delivery. We'll tell you exactly what's included before you start. No surprises on your statement.

Yes. You can pause, adjust, or discontinue your protocol at any time with a doctor consultation. There are no lock-in contracts and no cancellation fees.

We're exploring flexible payment options. For now, protocols are billed monthly. If cost is a barrier, mention it during your consultation — your weight management doctor can discuss whether a more budget-friendly starting protocol is appropriate.

Additional pathology or blood work if required by your weight management doctor is not included in the protocol price. Any supplements or additional products outside your prescribed protocol are also not included. Your weight management doctor will tell you if any additional costs are likely before you commit.

Yes. All health information you provide is treated as strictly confidential. Your assessment data is only accessible to your treating doctor and our clinical team. We do not sell or share your health data with third parties. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

Only your treating doctor and our authorised clinical team have access to your assessment responses and medical information. Your data is never used for marketing purposes or shared with advertisers.