Certain areas of the human body are difficult to adjust in the process of losing weight. You can endlessly exhaust yourself with physical activity or eat only buckwheat without achieving the desired result. Modern cosmetology offers for use the injectable product Aqualix, which can destroy old fat deposits.
Aqualix is used in intralipotherapy, a procedure that eliminates fat in problem areas. This drug is considered a drug capable of performing non-surgical liposuction. since its introduction does not require an incision.
ACTION
When injected into adipose tissue using the intralipotherapy technique, Aqualyx® ensures the absorption of fluids by the tissues. With the subsequent external influence of ultrasonic waves on the site of drug administration, the phenomenon of microcavitation (destruction of fat cells) occurs, which enhances the outflow of organic fluids contained in adipose tissue.
This protocol, called cavitational adipocytolysis, is used for non-surgical treatment of the above conditions. The effect is especially effective on the upper-lateral areas of the thighs (the so-called “breeches”), the internal areas of the knee and thigh.
How does Aqualix work?
The drug contains sodium deoxycholate as the main component. The lidocaine contained in it helps to make the procedure virtually painless; there are also other auxiliary substances.
The action of Aqualix begins by reducing the strength of the membranes of fat cells. When they dissolve, the cells that make up this tissue are destroyed. The structures of fat cells break down into liquid components. They are excreted into the lymphatic system, from where they enter the liver and are excreted in bile and urine.
The process lasts up to 3 weeks after the session. From 2 to 5 procedures are needed, the amount is determined by the volume of excess fat. Intervals of 3-4 weeks are made between them.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
Aqualyx® is a biocompatible, fully absorbable microgel aqueous solution for the treatment of lipohypertrophy and subcutaneous fat hyperplasia, as well as bull's hump in HIV-infected patients. The drug is used in conjunction with the cavitation adipocytolysis protocol, which involves the use of ultrasonic waves from an ultrasound transmitter located on the surface of the skin.
Before administering the drug, the injection site should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Despite the established good tolerability, the amount of Aqualyx® in one administration session should not exceed 40 ml (or 25 ml per specific anatomical area).
When administering Aqualyx®, only intralipotherapy should be used.
When tissue is infiltrated with Aqualyx® solution, the use of mesotherapy or other injection techniques is NOT ALLOWED.
If necessary, 0.2 ml of pure lidocaine (without adrenaline or other substances with a vasoconstrictor effect) can be added to each bottle of Aqualyx® solution. Objective data obtained from clinical studies indicate that periods of 15 days or more should be maintained between administrations of Aqualyx®.
The injection of the drug should be carried out slowly, using special needles for intralipotherapy. This allows you to achieve good distribution of the solution in the tissues and avoid injury.
After administering the appropriate amount of the drug, a special gel that conducts ultrasonic waves is applied to the surface of the skin. The effect of ultrasound continues for a certain period of time, which is determined automatically, depending on the corrected area of the body, in accordance with the program of the Sonolyx ultrasound generator (cavitation adipocytolysis using Aqualyx® solution) with continuous movement of the ultrasound sensor over the surface of the skin.
Between sessions of administering the Aqualyx® solution, additional treatment of the corrected areas with ultrasonic waves is allowed, but without injection of the drug (the so-called “dry cavitation”).
In order to maintain the achieved results, it is extremely important to inform and remind the patient about the need for regular clinical examinations, starting several months after the end of the course of treatment.
injections with Aqualix
Aqualix, injections to combat excess weight
Aqualik allows you to remove fat deposits without surgery. The technique is called intralipotherapy
What are the advantages of intralipotherapy
VitaDerm specialists use Aqualix injections to solve problems associated with excess weight. The advantage of the method is that fat cells are removed without causing damage to the surface layer of the dermis and muscle tissue.
The procedure is performed using special Lipoinject needles. Needles are produced in 2 standard sizes - 100 and 70mm. The doctor inserts the needle at a certain angle to a depth of 10–15 mm. The technique ensures uniform infiltration of the drug. As a result, pain during the procedure is reduced and the occurrence of uneven tissue relief is eliminated.
How the drug works
AquaLyx is an innovation in the field of figure correction drugs and lipolytics. Aqualix was developed in 2009 by Italian plastic surgeon, Professor Pasquale Motolese. The technique allows for a number of indications to refuse surgical intervention. You can see the results of the Aqualix procedure before and after injections in the “before and after” section.
The active ingredient, sodium deoxycholate, has long been used in aesthetic cosmetology and medicine, but in lower concentrations. In contact with fat cells, Aqualix destroys their membranes, and the lymphatic system removes them with other breakdown products.
In addition to the active ingredient, the formula of the drug includes ingredients that help eliminate toxins and normalize the acid balance. The biologically compatible cosmetic product AquaLyx is completely absorbed into tissues after some time. The gel-like structure ensures the local effect of the drug.
Where is the drug most effective?
At the VitaDerm clinic, Aqualix is prescribed for the correction of local fat deposits.
You can take Aqualix if you are worried about:
- fat deposits on the abdomen,
- sides,
- folds on the back,
- deposits on the neck,
- sediments in the "breeches" zone,
- fat deposits on the inner and outer thighs.
Intralipotherapy procedures are also effective in relation to a double chin, removing deposits on the arms and under the knees.
The technique is not designed for general treatment of obesity; injections are carried out in a targeted manner, in areas limited in volume. The limit on the volume of the drug per procedure is 40 ml.
Stages of implementation, number of Aqualix procedures per course
The procedure takes a minimum of time and is almost painless. Minor side effects, swelling, redness of the skin disappear within 2 to 3 days. The procedure received the common name “office liposuction” due to the lack of preparation, rehabilitation period, and relative ease of implementation.
At the VitaDerm cosmetology clinic, Aqualix procedures will be performed by certified cosmetologists who have completed a training course in this technique. We categorically do not recommend entrusting the procedure to an unqualified specialist - it is dangerous to health.
The number of procedures depends on the volume of the area being corrected and the individual characteristics of the patient’s body. On average, this is 3 – 4 sessions, the interval between them is at least 20 days. The duration of the break in treatment is due to the fact that the active substance Aqualix slowly dissolves under the skin; by the time the next procedure is carried out, the drug must be completely “used up”.
Contraindications to the Aqualix procedure
The intralipotherapy method is minimally invasive; contraindications are standard for this type of procedure:
- individual intolerance to the drug, allergic reactions;
- there should be no inflammatory processes in the problem area;
- chronic, acute diseases, diseases of the circulatory system;
- pregnancy and lactation period.
To enhance and prolong the effect, we offer a course of intralipotherapy in combination with procedures such as cavitation, manual and hardware massage, and pressotherapy. You can find out prices for Aqualix in the price list or by phone; see reviews of the procedure and cosmetologists below, in the “reviews” section or in the online booking system.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
The use of Aqualyx® is contraindicated in all cases, with the exception of the conditions listed in the INDICATIONS FOR USE section. Aqualyx® solution is an injectable medicinal product indicated for use in the above conditions in aesthetic medicine, surgery and dermatology in the treatment and correction of local defects in the form of small accumulations of excess adipose tissue. Like other injectable medications, Aqualyx® should be administered only to healthy patients, in the absence of acute or chronic skin diseases in/around the corrected area. In order to prevent complications, the drug should not be used in patients with a history of anaphylactic or serious allergic conditions, in the presence of serious organ or system pathology, including autoimmune diseases, as well as in pregnant and lactating women.
The essence of the procedure and the mechanism of action of the drug
Aqualyx® is a gel-like substance of synthetic origin. Its active component is the sodium salt of deoxycholic (bile) acid, which is constantly present in the human body: it is produced by the liver. Thus, the drug is completely biocompatible, which eliminates its rejection.
Initially, the acid is in a bound form, which is facilitated by an auxiliary component - a 3-dimensional polymer of galactose. Once ingested, it begins to slowly break down, allowing the gradual release of deoxycholine. Thanks to the prolonged activation of lipolytic, there is no aggressive effect on the body, and the lipolysis process is as close as possible to natural.
Within a few days of local administration, bile acid begins to dissolve cell membranes. Gradually released fats enter the intercellular space, and from there into the blood and lymph flow, after which they are eliminated naturally.
Aqualyx, instruments for its introduction and a special puncture technique are a patented development of the vice-president of the Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery, physician Pascual Motolese. They have European and Russian quality certificates and are approved for use in the Russian Federation by the Ministry of Health.
WARNINGS
Aqualyx® should NOT be injected into tissues/anatomical areas other than adipose tissue or areas of localized fat accumulation. Otherwise, the drug should be administered clearly within the boundaries of these areas. DO NOT inject the solution into the skin, muscle tissue, blood vessels, parenchymal organs or body cavities.
The drug CANNOT be administered if the thickness of the subcutaneous adipose tissue layer is less than 1.5 cm.
It is PROHIBITED to mix and/or add other substances to the drug.
Methodology of the procedure
Intralipotherapy is done in stages:
- the doctor applies markings to the problem area to determine the direction of needle insertion;
- the skin is disinfected;
- a needle is inserted into the thickness of the fat layer parallel to the skin, using a fan technique, the drug is injected;
- After completing the main stage, the surface is wiped with an antiseptic, while lightly massaging for better distribution of the product.
The procedure for correcting 1 zone takes 20 - 30 minutes.
To learn how intralipotherapy with Aqualix works, watch this video:
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
As with all drugs administered through the skin, the use of Aqualyx® solution carries a risk of infection. This may be due to injection of the drug into an area with an active inflammatory or infectious process, or improper cleaning and disinfection of the injection site. Particular caution is required when using the drug in persons with hemorrhagic manifestations and/or blood clotting disorders, as well as in patients taking anticoagulants. In these cases, while using the solution, there is a high probability of bleeding or localized bruising.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Before administering Aqualyx®, the patient should be provided with comprehensive information about indications, contraindications and the possibility of treatment-related reactions.
In addition, the patient should be aware of the possibility of stopping treatment at any time upon his first request.
The patient should be informed that for 12 hours after injection of Aqualyx® solution, no cosmetics should be applied to the treated area of skin (unless the doctor specifically requests this). In addition, after the drug administration session, it is necessary to protect the treated area from exposure to direct heat sources, for example, sunlight, UVA or UVB rays, heat from heating devices, visiting a sauna, etc.
Treatment should be carried out by a qualified specialist trained in the injection technique of intralipotherapy.
Any unused material remaining in the syringe after an Aqualyx® injection session should be properly disposed of to prevent cross-contamination if accidentally administered to another patient.
If the storage conditions of the drug are not observed or if it is frozen, use is PROHIBITED. The patient should be instructed to immediately contact a doctor if any changes occur at the injection site.
What result to expect
The composition of Aqualix is designed to act on a limited area of the body. Therefore, you should not count on the fact that with the help of injections you can completely get rid of excess weight. It must be borne in mind that fat weighs much less than muscles and bones, so even eliminating a large volume of fat will not significantly affect your overall weight.
Practice shows that in one procedure it is possible to lose up to two sizes or about 25-30% of the local fat volume.
Cosmetologists advise some of their clients to normalize their weight as much as possible before the procedure. In this case, Aqualux lipolytic can be used most rationally and achieve a significant change in the silhouette. The final result is assessed 2 weeks after the injections, when the dissolved lipocytes are completely eliminated from the body.
How long the effect of lipolytic administration will last cannot be assessed initially. Although the manufacturer assures that fat deposits will completely stop forming under the influence of injections, in practice everything looks different.
Abuse of unhealthy food, regular overeating and low mobility will inevitably lead to the fact that a layer of fat will again begin to form under the skin. If you have a goal to finally get rid of excess weight, you need to combine “beauty sessions” with a healthy lifestyle and changing your eating habits.
STORAGE
Aqualyx® can be stored at room temperature, provided the room is sufficiently dry. Do not freeze. Keep out of the reach of children.
The physician must ensure that the product can be traced further. This means that the physician must be able to monitor the patient who has been treated with Aqualyx®. It is recommended to attach a drug label to the patient's medical history or other document.
The product should be used only as directed. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for harm or damage caused to the patient due to other and/or improper use of the drug. The user is solely responsible for determining the suitability of the drug for use under given conditions, especially in cases where they are not indicated in the instructions.
Cost of intralipotherapy
The price of the drug used during the manipulation is 4000 - 6000 rubles. per ampoule. Its cost also includes the use of lidocaine, if it is decided to carry it out with additional anesthesia, and the work of a specialist. Costs depend on what area is being injected and how many there will be. But usually the cost of a session when correcting large areas is not higher than 15,000 rubles.
We recommend reading about mesotherapy for body weight loss. You will learn about how the procedure is carried out, preparation for it, the drugs used, and the results. Read more about hip mesotherapy here.
