Placenta Injection (Melsmon & Laennec)
Placenta injection (Melsmon or Laennec) for skin, fatigue, and menopause support.
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Placenta Injection Counseling
Melsmon® / Laennec® / Beauty, Menopause, and Fatigue Improvement Treatment with Placental Extract
What is Placenta Injection?
Placenta refers to the placenta. The placenta is rich in physiologically active substances such as growth factors, amino acids, nucleic acids, vitamins, and minerals, which are essential for fetal development. Placenta injections are purified and formulated preparations of these substances.
Our clinic offers two types of preparations: Melsmon® and Laennec®. Both are human placenta-derived medical drugs, and their high safety has been confirmed.
👉 Same-day visits without an appointment are also possible. Please feel free to consult us first.
Key Features of Placenta Injections
- Diverse Effects: A wide range of effects can be expected, including alleviation of menopausal symptoms, fatigue recovery, skin beautification, improved liver function, and immune regulation.
- Insurance Coverage Available: If the purpose of treatment is for menopausal disorders in women aged 45-59 or chronic liver disease, health insurance applies.
- High Safety: With a long history of use in Japan, this treatment has few side effects and is highly safe.
- Increased Efficacy with Continuation: The effects accumulate with regular administration.
Mechanism of Action
Physiologically active substances contained in placenta act on various tissues and organs in the body.
Recommended for people who:
- Are experiencing menopausal symptoms (hot flashes, flushing, fatigue, insomnia, irritability)
- Are chronically tired and want to recover from fatigue quickly
- Are concerned about skin firmness, radiance, and spots (skin beautification and anti-aging care)
- Are concerned about liver enzyme levels or have chronic liver disease
- Want to boost their immunity and improve their overall physical condition
- Are concerned about hair strength and shine (hair growth and hair care effects)
Differences Between the Two Preparations: Melsmon® vs Laennec®
| Item | Melsmon® | Laennec® |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mochida Pharmaceutical | Japan Bio Products |
| Primary Target | Improvement of menopausal symptoms | Liver function improvement, beauty, fatigue recovery |
| Injection Method | Subcutaneous or intramuscular injection possible | Intramuscular injection (injected deeper) |
| Insurance Coverage Conditions | Menopausal disorder (women aged 45-59) | Chronic liver disease (for liver function improvement) |
| Beauty/Fatigue Recovery Purpose | Self-pay treatment | Self-pay treatment |
About Insurance-Covered Treatment
Placenta injections are covered by health insurance if certain conditions are met. This can significantly reduce costs compared to self-pay treatment, so please inform eligible patients about insurance-covered treatment.
Conditions for Insurance Coverage
| Preparation | Conditions for Insurance Coverage | Eligible Age |
|---|---|---|
| Melsmon® | For the purpose of treating menopausal disorder (hot flashes, flushing, fatigue, insomnia, etc.) | Women aged 45-59 |
| Laennec® | For the purpose of treating chronic liver disease (chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, etc.) | No age limit |
*Insurance coverage requires a diagnosis by a doctor. Insurance may not apply depending on symptoms or test results. *For beauty or fatigue recovery purposes, even if conditions are met, treatment will be self-pay.
Estimated Cost of Insurance-Covered Treatment (30% Co-payment)
| Content | Estimated Cost (incl. tax, 30% co-payment) |
|---|---|
| Re-examination fee | Approx. ¥230 |
| Melsmon injection (incl. procedure fee) | Several hundred yen~ (varies depending on dosage and additions) |
| Laennec injection (incl. procedure fee) | Several hundred yen~ (varies depending on dosage and additions) |
*The cost of insurance-covered treatment varies depending on the content of the examination, additions, and prescriptions. Please confirm with the doctor or reception desk at the time of your visit for details.
For those wishing to receive insurance-covered treatment (key points to check during consultation)
- Menopausal disorder (Melsmon insurance coverage): Does the patient have symptoms such as hot flashes, flushing, sweating, insomnia, irritability, and fatigue, and is she a woman aged 45-59?
- Chronic liver disease (Laennec insurance coverage): Has the patient been diagnosed with chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver, or does she have abnormal liver enzyme levels (AST, ALT, γ-GTP, etc.)?
- History of treatment at other clinics/current medication status
- If necessary, blood tests (liver function, hormone tests) will be conducted to confirm the basis for insurance coverage.
Fee Information
Melsmon® (Self-Pay Treatment)
| Menu | Price (incl. tax) |
|---|---|
| Melsmon 1A | ¥1,000 |
| Melsmon 2A | ¥1,800 |
| Melsmon 3A | ¥2,700 |
| Melsmon 4A | ¥3,600 |
Laennec® (Self-Pay Treatment)
| Menu | Price (incl. tax) |
|---|---|
| Laennec 1A | ¥800 |
| Laennec 2A | ¥1,500 |
| Laennec 3A | ¥2,200 |
| Laennec 4A | ¥3,000 |
*A first consultation fee applies only to first-time patients; for subsequent visits, no consultation fee is charged. *Insurance coverage applies to menopausal disorder in women aged 45-59 or for the purpose of treating chronic liver disease. *Prices are subject to change without notice. Please check in-clinic or on the website for the latest prices.
Flow of Visit
For self-pay treatment
- Visit / Online Reservation: Please visit directly or make an online reservation. We can accommodate you without an appointment.
- Doctor's Examination / Consultation: The doctor will confirm your symptoms and treatment goals, and recommend whether Melsmon or Laennec is appropriate.
- Injection: If prescribed, the injection can be administered on the same day. The procedure takes only a few minutes.
- Regular Follow-up: Start with 1-2 administrations per week, and adjust the frequency according to your symptoms and effects. No consultation fee is charged after the second visit.
For insurance-covered treatment
- Visit / Online Reservation: Please visit directly or make an online reservation. Please bring your health insurance card.
- Doctor's Examination / Consultation: The doctor will confirm your symptoms and medical history. If necessary, blood tests (liver function, hormone tests) will be performed.
- Confirmation of Insurance Coverage / Injection: The doctor will determine whether insurance coverage applies. If coverage is confirmed, injections will begin on the same day or after test results are available.
- Regular Follow-up: The frequency of visits will be adjusted according to your symptoms and effects. Since it is an insurance-covered treatment, a consultation fee will be charged each time, but the cost will be significantly lower than self-pay treatment.
*Insurance-covered treatment is only available to those who meet the eligibility criteria as diagnosed by a physician. *It is not possible to combine insurance-covered and self-pay treatments on the same day.
Confirmation Items and Contraindications Before Prescription
Items to be confirmed during consultation
- History of allergy or hypersensitivity to placenta preparations
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant
- Undergoing treatment for or history of malignant tumors (cancer)
- Presence of autoimmune disease
- Presence of severe liver or kidney dysfunction
- Types of current medications and supplements
- History of milk/dairy product allergy (for Laennec)
Absolute Contraindications (Not eligible for treatment)
- Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to placenta preparation ingredients
- Pregnant women
- Patients undergoing treatment for malignant tumors (cancer) (possibility of promoting tumor cell proliferation)
Careful Administration (Requires doctor's judgment)
- Breastfeeding women (consult with a doctor about ingredient transfer)
- Patients with autoimmune diseases (possibility of effects due to immunomodulatory action)
- Patients with strong allergic predisposition (recommended to stay in the clinic for about 30 minutes after administration for observation)
- Patients with severe liver or kidney dysfunction
Main Side Effects and Key Explanation Points for Patients
Placenta injections have been used in Japan for many years and are considered a highly safe treatment with few side effects. However, the following side effects may occur. Please explain these to patients in advance.
Common Side Effects (Temporary)
- Redness, swelling, pain, or bruising at the injection site (improves within a few days)
- Temporary malaise or drowsiness after injection (may occur as a healing crisis)
- Slight fever (rarely occurs with the first dose)
- Itching, hives (allergic reaction)
Serious Side Effects (Rare)
- Anaphylaxis (generalized hives, difficulty breathing, drop in blood pressure)
Key Explanation Points for Patients
Patients may experience drowsiness or malaise immediately after starting treatment, but this is often a healing crisis and subsides within a few days. After the first dose, we ask patients to wait in our clinic for about 15 minutes to confirm there are no abnormalities before returning home.
Placenta Injections and Blood Donation
Individuals who have received human-derived placenta preparations (Melsmon, Laennec) will no longer be able to donate blood. Please be sure to confirm and explain this before administration.
Symptoms Requiring Immediate Medical Attention
- Generalized hives, facial swelling, difficulty breathing (possible anaphylaxis)
- Severe pain, swelling, or fever at the injection site that lasts for several days or more
- Persistent severe malaise or fever
Precautions
Precautions after treatment
- It is recommended to refrain from strenuous exercise, alcohol consumption, and saunas on the day of treatment.
- Do not rub the injection site vigorously.
- The actual effects vary among individuals. Continuous administration accumulates the effects, so we recommend continuing for at least 1-2 months.
About continuous administration
- For the first 1-2 months, administration 1-2 times a week is recommended.
- Once symptoms stabilize, it is possible to reduce the frequency to once every 2-4 weeks.
- No consultation fee is charged for subsequent visits.
*This document is for in-clinic counseling only. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited.
