

Lipotropic Injections (Skinny Shot)
Lipotropic injections accelerate fat metabolism. Each skinny shot combines fat-metabolizing amino acids, methionine, inositol, and choline, with B vitamins to help your body break down fat, support liver function, and sustain energy during weight loss. At Express Med Spa, lipotropic injections are administered by licensed nurse practitioners across our Chicagoland locations, often alongside a medical weight-loss plan. Here you will find how the skinny shot works, what it costs, and where to book near you.
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Treatment TIme
10-15 min
DownTime
none
RESULTS TIMELINE
Best results appear over several weeks when the injections are paired with healthy eating, activity, and hydration.
Result Last
Most patients receive lipotropic injections weekly as part of a weight-loss plan. Your provider adjusts frequency to your progress.
BEST FOR
Weight-loss support, stubborn fat, sluggish metabolism, low energy while dieting
About This Treatment
What is Lipotropic Injections (Skinny Shot)?
Treatment Pricing
From
Price
$65
Skinny Shot (lipotropic amino acids) from $65 per injection. Packages and membership pricing may lower the per-shot cost for a weekly series. Ask your nurse practitioner how the skinny shot fits your weight-loss plan. Pricing is subject to change.
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Who I'ts For
Good Candidates? Is This Right for You?
Lipotropic injections, sometimes called a skinny shot or lipo shot, combine fat-metabolizing amino acids (methionine, inositol, and choline) with B vitamins to help your body break down and burn fat. A nurse practitioner gives the shot in a brief visit, often alongside a medical weight-loss plan.
- Building a full weight-loss plan? See our medical weight loss programs and GLP-1 weight loss.
- Add energy support. Many patients pair the skinny shot with B12 injections.
- Nurse practitioner care. Start at our Mount Greenwood nurse practitioner clinic.
Contraindications & Risks / Side Effects
Contraindications
Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Liver or kidney disease without provider clearance.
Known allergy to methionine, inositol, choline, or B vitamins.
Gallbladder disease or a history of bile-duct problems.
Risks / Side Effects
Temporary soreness, redness, or a small bruise at the injection site.
Mild digestive upset or a brief change in urine odor.
Rarely, an allergic reaction to one of the ingredients.
What To Expect
Pre & Post Treatment Care
Pre-Care Instructions
Stay hydrated and eat a normal meal before your visit.
Share your medications, allergies, and weight-loss goals with your provider.
Mention any liver, kidney, or gallbladder history.
Post-Care Instructions
Drink plenty of water for the rest of the day.
Resume normal activity, including exercise, right away.
Let your provider know about any lasting soreness or reaction.






