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Metabolic Research Center Northwest Indiana
Metabolic Research Center Northwest Indiana
9111 Broadway St, Ste M
Merrillville, IN 46410
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Monday:
9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
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Sunday:
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We will be closed on these following dates:
Monday 25th of May 2026

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Prescription Medical Weight Loss Available Now!
Get started today on compounded injectable medications. When you choose medical programs with MRC, you choose an affordable approach to weight loss that's backed by science, and paired with the support of professional weight loss coaching.

*Now Offering Compounded Medications for Weight Loss*

Medical Weight Loss Clinic Northwest Indiana

At MRC weight loss center in Northwest Indiana, we help you lose weight and keep it off. When you choose us, you eat real food purchased at your favorite store. There's no pre-packaged meals or calorie counting to produce an unwanted rebound effect over the long term.

We provide you with factual information as to why so many people struggle to keep weight off as well as what you need to do to reach your goals. If nothing else has worked, there is a good chance we have the medical weight loss plan that you've needed all along. Your MRC Team will monitor your journey and provide positive feedback to support every phase of your program.

Visit Metabolic Research Center online to schedule a free no-obligation consultation and launch your journey at the medical weight loss clinic Northwest Indiana.

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Compounded Injections for Weight Control

Compounding is a specialized process where pharmacists alter, mix, or combine drug ingredients to create personalized medications. By tailoring ingredients, drug forms, or dosage amounts, compounded medications provide a personalized solution that cannot be achieved with mass-produced, commercially available options. Compounded drugs have significant benefits in addressing the limitations of standard medications. Discussed below are some of the compounded medications that may be prescribed to help you reach your long-term goals:

  • Compounded Weight Loss Shot – Unlike commercial versions, compounded weight loss shots may include different ingredients or additional components for specific prescription formulations or adjustments in dosages.
  • Compounded Peptide-Assisted Injection – Compounded peptide-assisted injections emerged as a vital solution for patients during national medication shortages and personalized prescriptions that align with an individual’s unique medical requirements.
  • Compounded Weight Medication – Compounded weight medications contains the active ingredient found in well-known medications, but is prepared in a compounding pharmacy for each individual’s prescriptive needs.
  • Compounded NAD+ – Compounding pharmacies can tailor formulations to align with individual health goals, whether that's enhancing metabolic function, improving energy, or promoting anti-aging benefits.
  • Compounded Lipo-B (MIC+B12) – This comprehensive formulation of vitamins and amino acids works to promote a balanced metabolism and improved fat breakdown, making compounded Lipo-B a valuable tool.
  • Compounded GAC (glutamine, arginine, carnitine) – The power of GAC lies in its expertly combined ingredients of glutamine, arginine and carnitine amino acids working together to enhance overall functions and wellness.
  • Compounded Glutathione – By customizing the formulation, compounded glutathione provides a personalized alternative to standard medications to better suit an individual’s unique health goals and medical needs.
  • Compounded Sermorelin – Compounded sermorelin is a synthetic 29-amino acid polypeptide designed to replicate the natural growth hormone-releasing hormone in the body to promote fat oxidation.

One of the greatest benefits of compounded injections for weight control is the flexibility they provide. The ability to fine-tune compounded prescription injections offers significant advantages for long-term weight management plans. Patients working closely with licensed clinicians and a certified compounding pharmacy can ensure their prescription weight medications provide a comprehensive and personalized approach to achieving better metabolic health. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all solutions; compounded medications represent the future of more personalized healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which macronutrients do I need for a keto diet?

At Metabolic Research Center, we personalize a keto diet for each individual's unique requirements. However, the basic ratios include 60-75% of calories consumed from fat, 15-30% of calories from proteins, and 5-10% of calories from carbs. If you are interested in following a ketogenic diet, our weight loss consultants can customize your program and get you started today.

How quickly can I get started on my medication?

While actual delivery time can vary, typically medications are filled and received about 1 week following your exam.

Do your medications cost thousands of dollars a month?

No. Our prescription weight loss medications do not cost thousands of dollars a month. Our compounded weight loss prescriptions start at $399-$499 for a one month supply. This includes your prescription, medical supplies, menu(s), and personalized coaching.

Eating right but still can't lose weight?

Our team of empathetic weight loss professionals will meet with you regularly to discuss your entire weight loss experience, from what you eat to what has and has not worked. Moreover, our approach to weight loss can be personalized for your body's specific DNA.

My doctor recommended I start this medication. Do I still need to have a medical screening?

Yes. Our healthcare provider will be the one to write your prescription; so, they will also need to screen you for eligiblity and participation before your weight loss medication can be written and filled by our licensed compounding pharmacy partners.

Do I have to be diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes to be approved for medical weight loss?

No you do not have to have a prexisting diabetes or prediabetes diagnosis in order to particpate in injectable weight programs at Metabolic Research Center. A licensed healthcare provider will conduct a comprehensive exam in order to determine your eligibility for participating in medical weight loss programs.

I'm ready to change my life! How can Metabolic Research Center help me?

For over 35 years our weight loss specialists have been sitting down, face to face, providing encouragement, support, education, and a healthy dose of motivation. At Metabolic Research Center, you're not a number, you're a person, and our approach is tailored to you and your needs.

I keep gaining weight but I'm not eating more. Can MRC help me?

Most of our staff has been in your shoes. Nothing is more frustrating than a weight-gain rut. Moreover, it may not be your fault. Hormonal changes occur throughout your life and imbalances often trigger unexpected weight gain. Our Hormone Imbalance Checklist can help identify your body's unique needs. Our weight loss specialists will explain how you can use the results to personalize menus that will promote healthy weight loss.

Metabolic Research Center. Your Weight Loss Specialist for over 40 years!
Call our Northwest Indiana office at: 219-419-8249 to schedule a free consultation or click below to get started.

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