What is Placenta Injection?
Placenta injection is a treatment that involves injecting extracts derived from human placenta (placenta preparations) subcutaneously or intramuscularly. Medical placenta preparations (Melsmon and Laennec) approved by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare are covered by insurance for menopausal disorders, lactation failure, and chronic liver disease, and have over 50 years of clinical experience.
As an out-of-pocket treatment, it is used for a wide range of purposes such as beauty (skin beautification, whitening), fatigue recovery, immune regulation, anti-aging, and allergies.
Safety of Placenta Preparations
Placenta preparations used in Japan undergo strict infection control measures, such as prohibiting blood donation and organ transplantation. However, as a theoretical risk, there is a regulation that states individuals who receive placenta injections cannot donate blood.
Main Effects of Placenta
| Effect | Description |
|---|---|
| Autonomic nerve/Endocrine regulation | Balances hormones, improves menopausal symptoms |
| Antioxidant effect | Removes active oxygen, prevents cellular aging |
| Anti-inflammatory effect | Relieves chronic inflammation |
| Immune activation/regulation | Balances immunity |
| Liver function improvement | Improves liver function in chronic liver disease |
| Blood circulation promotion | Improves blood flow and metabolism |
| Collagen/Elastin production promotion | Skin firmness and elasticity |
| Melanin production inhibition | Skin whitening and spot prevention |
| Tissue repair promotion | Wound healing and fatigue recovery |
Recommended for These Individuals
Medical Purposes (May be covered by insurance)
- Symptoms of menopausal disorder for women aged 45-59 (hot flashes, sweating, palpitations, insomnia, etc.)
- Postpartum lactation failure
- Individuals with chronic liver disease and impaired liver function
Beauty/Health Purposes (Out-of-pocket)
- Want to maintain skin firmness, radiance, and translucency
- Concerned about spots, dullness, and dryness
- Experiencing chronic fatigue and malaise
- Persistent cold sensitivity and stiff shoulders
- Relief of menstrual pain and PMS
- Allergic constitution (atopy, hay fever)
- Want to boost immunity
- Anti-aging measures
Placenta Preparations Handled at Our Clinic
| Preparation | Features | Main Indications |
|---|---|---|
| Melsmon | Primarily subcutaneous injection, covered by insurance for menopausal syndrome | Menopausal disorder (ages 45-59) |
| Laennec | Intramuscular injection, covered by insurance for chronic liver disease | Chronic liver disease, out-of-pocket beauty |
Treatment Flow
- Counseling/Examination: Confirm purpose, medical history, and medications.
- Selection of injection site: Subcutaneous (shoulder) or intramuscular (buttocks).
- Injection: 1-2 mL, lasting a few seconds to 1 minute.
- Aftercare: Rest for 5-10 minutes, check physical condition.
Time Required
Including examination and injection, it typically takes around 10-20 minutes. It can be used by even busy individuals.
Recommended Administration Frequency
| Purpose | Initial Phase | Maintenance Phase |
|---|---|---|
| Menopausal Disorder (Insurance coverage) | 1-3 times a week (for 1 month) | 1-2 times a week |
| Fatigue Recovery/Beauty (Out-of-pocket) | 1-2 times a week (for 1-2 months) | Once a week or once every two weeks |
| Chronic Liver Disease | 2-3 times a week | Doctor's discretion |
| Anti-aging | Once a week (for 3 months) | Once every two weeks or 1-2 times a month |
Consistency is Key for Realizing Effects
Rather than expecting dramatic changes after 1-2 sessions, it's about gradually improving your constitution over 2-3 months of continuous treatment. The timing of when effects are felt varies individually depending on one's constitution and goals.
Side Effects/Risks
Common Mild Side Effects
- Pain, redness, swelling, induration at the injection site
- Bruising
- Mild fever, malaise (for several days after injection)
- Allergic reaction at the injection site
Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis (extremely rare)
- Shock
Individuals Who Cannot Receive Treatment
Contraindications
- History of allergy to placenta preparations
- Hypersensitivity to preparation ingredients
- Currently have an active infection
Cautious Administration
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Infants and young children
- Severe heart, kidney, or liver failure
- Skin disease at the injection site
Important Note: Blood Donation Restrictions
Individuals who have received placenta injections cannot donate blood
Due to the characteristics of human placenta-derived preparations, to avoid theoretical infection risks, individuals who have received placenta injections are unable to donate blood. While there have been no actual infection reports in over 50 years of use, this is a regulation for ensuring safety. If you are considering donating blood in the future, please consider this before undergoing treatment.
Combination with Other Beauty Drips/Injections
Placenta injections are effective on their own, but synergistic effects can be expected when combined with other treatments.
- High-dose Vitamin C drip: Antioxidant, whitening, skin firmness
- Glutathione drip (Shiratamadrip): Whitening, liver function
- Garlic (Allithiamine) injection: Fatigue recovery
- Hyaluronic acid/Botox: Combined for beauty purposes
Price Estimate
*This is a price estimate for out-of-pocket cases. You will be informed during the consultation.
| Menu | Price |
|---|---|
| Placenta Injection 1A (Out-of-pocket) | 1,000-1,500 yen |
| Placenta Injection 2A (Out-of-pocket) | 1,800-2,500 yen |
| Menopausal Disorder (Ages 45-59, when covered by insurance) | Several hundred yen with 30% co-pay |
| Chronic Liver Disease (When covered by insurance) | 30% co-pay |
Features of Our Clinic's Placenta Injections
- Uses Melsmon and Laennec approved by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
- Menopausal disorder is covered by insurance to reduce financial burden
- Also covered by insurance for chronic liver disease
- Reasonable pricing for out-of-pocket beauty treatments
- Emphasis on counseling, proposing frequency according to your goals
- Treatment administered with consideration for overall health due to co-located internal medicine department
- Can be combined with other beauty drips/injections
At a frequency you can comfortably continue
Placenta treatment is about improving your constitution, and consistency is key. Start at a comfortable frequency and adjust as you observe the effects. Feel free to ask any questions you may have.
Placenta Injection Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What effects can I expect from placenta injections?
A. Placenta (human placental extract) is rich in amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and growth factors, and can be expected to have beauty effects such as skin whitening, improvement of skin roughness, and anti-aging, as well as fatigue recovery, immune enhancement, and alleviation of menopausal symptoms.
Q2. What symptoms is it effective for?
A. It can be used for the following symptoms and purposes.
- Fatigue recovery and immune enhancement
- Relief of cold sensitivity, stiff shoulders, and menstrual pain
- Improvement of various menopausal symptoms (hot flashes, irritability, etc.)
- Skin whitening, improvement of skin roughness, and anti-aging
Q3. What type of medication does your clinic use?
A. Our clinic uses safe human-derived placenta preparations approved by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
Q4. Is health insurance applicable?
A. Yes, insurance coverage applies under specific conditions. Please consult with our clinic.
Q5. What type of medication do you use?
A. At our clinic, we administer "subcutaneous injections" for effective and safe delivery of the medication. The injection site and method will also be explained during the consultation.
Q6. How long does it take to feel the effects?
A. It varies from person to person; some may feel immediately less fatigued after one session, while others may experience improved skin condition or better sleep after several consecutive sessions. Generally, many people find that their constitution gradually improves by starting with intensive treatment for the first few sessions and then continuing.
Q7. How often should I come for treatment?
A. We recommend starting with appointments about twice a week. Once the effects stabilize, we suggest continuing at a pace of once a week to once a month.
