The model empowers patients, shortens the treatment journey, and opens new opportunities for digital engagement
Understanding GLP-1 Medications All three medicationsWegovy, Ozempic, and Saxendaare GLP-1 receptor agonists , which means they mimic the effects of the glucagon-like peptide-1 hormone
Continued Growth in GLP-1 Compounding Despite Regulatory Headwinds Despite the resolution of GLP-1 shortages and increased regulatory scrutiny, compounded prescriptions for semaglutide and tirzepatide continue to rise
503A pharmacies are traditional compounding pharmacies that prepare medications for individual patients on a patient-specific prescription basis
Clinical data from similar medications (semaglutide and tirzepatide) shows an average 70-80% weight regain over 12-18 months after discontinuation, not weeks
The FDA permits licensed providers to prescribe GLP-1 medications remotely when a genuine doctor-patient relationship exists