Ultimately, less oversight across the boardin terms of process and productmakes any compounded drug an inherently riskier choice than a commercial option reviewed by the FDA
The more slowly food moves through your digestive tract, the smaller your appetite
However, GLP-1s accounted for over 8% of all Medicaid prescription drug spending before rebates in 2024 (up from 1% in 2019)
If you have insurance that covers GLP-1 medications for weight loss, you may find better value through an insurance-based provider
Working with a provider whose background is in gastrointestinal health can be particularly beneficial, since many of GLP-1s benefits and side effects affect the digestive tract
These new medications are so powerful that its essential to use a strategy for losing weight the right way, and unfortunately, many doctors dont (or dont have the time) to teach you