Question 1

What is semaglutide?

Accepted Answer

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, a class of medication originally developed for type 2 diabetes that has been shown to produce significant weight loss. It works by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which reduces appetite, slows digestion, and helps regulate blood sugar. Semaglutide is the active ingredient studied in the FDA-approved medications Ozempic® and Wegovy®. A compounded preparation is a different product: it is not FDA-approved, has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, purity, or consistency, and has not been shown to be equivalent to any brand-name medication.

Question 2

How much weight can I expect to lose?

Accepted Answer

Clinical trials have shown that patients taking semaglutide lost an average of 15-17% of their body weight over 68 weeks. Individual results vary based on starting weight, dosage, diet, and exercise. Most patients notice meaningful results within the first 4-8 weeks.

Question 3

What's the difference between compounded and brand-name semaglutide?

Accepted Answer

Compounded semaglutide is custom-prepared by a licensed 503A or 503B compounding pharmacy under a valid prescription. It uses semaglutide as the active pharmaceutical ingredient. Compounded medications are NOT FDA-approved, have not been reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness, and have not been evaluated for equivalence to brand-name Ozempic® or Wegovy®. Compounding is permitted under federal law to address shortages or individualized patient needs identified by a licensed prescriber.

Question 4

How do I take semaglutide?

Accepted Answer

Semaglutide is a once-weekly injection administered just under the skin, typically in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. The injection is quick and virtually painless using a very thin needle. Your provider will start you on a low dose and gradually increase it over several weeks to minimize side effects. An oral tablet option is also available.

Question 5

What are the common side effects?

Accepted Answer

The most common side effects are mild nausea, especially during the first 2-4 weeks as your body adjusts. Other possible effects include decreased appetite (which is actually part of how it works), mild stomach discomfort, and occasional constipation. Our providers use a gradual dose-escalation protocol to minimize these effects, and your care team is available 24/7.

Question 6

Is semaglutide safe?

Accepted Answer

Brand-name semaglutide products (Wegovy® for weight management and Ozempic® for type 2 diabetes) are FDA-approved and have been studied in clinical trials involving thousands of patients. Compounded semaglutide is not FDA-approved and has not been independently evaluated for safety or efficacy. Our licensed providers will review your full medical history before issuing any prescription. Talk to your provider about the risks and benefits of compounded medications versus FDA-approved alternatives.

Compounded semaglutide. Physician prescribed.

How semaglutide works

Reduces appetite

Slows digestion

Regulates blood sugar

Semaglutide programs

Compounded Semaglutide Injection

Brand Wegovy® Injection

Compounded Oral Semaglutide

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