Compounded Semaglutide is gaining attention as a alternative to name brand weight loss drugs, like Wegovy® and Ozempic®, for individuals seeking personalized healthcare solutions, particularly in the realm of weight management and metabolic health. Love Your Body provides compounded Semaglutide to medically qualified patients to help manage weight.
There is a lot of confusion around compounded Semaglutide and how it differs from its branded counterpart. We want to make it. a littler easier for you to understand before making a decision to seek Semaglutide treatment.
Understanding Compounded Semaglutide
Compounded Semaglutide refers to a specially formulated version of the medication that is prepared by a compounding pharmacy. Unlike commercially available branded Semaglutide products, which are standardized, compounded Semaglutide is tailored to meet specific patient needs under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
How Compounding Works
Compounding pharmacies prepare medications by combining individual ingredients in the exact strength and dosage prescribed by a healthcare provider. This customization allows for variations such as adjusting the dosage, altering the formulation (e.g., liquid instead of injectable), or removing allergens that may be present in commercially available products.
Uses of Compounded Semaglutide
Weight Management: Compounded Semaglutide may be prescribed off-label for weight loss in non-diabetic individuals. It works by reducing appetite, promoting feelings of fullness, and aiding in glucose regulation.
Metabolic Health: It can also be used to improve metabolic parameters such as insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control, contributing to overall health and well-being.
What is a Compounding Pharmacy?
A compounding pharmacy specializes in creating personalized medications that are tailored to the unique requirements of individual patients. Unlike conventional pharmacies that dispense standardized medications manufactured by pharmaceutical companies, compounding pharmacies have the capability to:
- Customize Dosages: Adjust the strength and concentration of medications to suit a patient’s specific needs.
- Create Alternative Formulations: Prepare medications in different forms such as liquids, creams, capsules, or sublingual tablets for ease of administration or to accommodate patient preferences.
- Remove Allergens or Additives: Prepare medications without certain allergens, dyes, preservatives, or other ingredients that patients may be sensitive to.
- Combine Multiple Medications: Create combination therapies that are not commercially available, simplifying medication regimens and improving patient adherence.
When there is a so much flexibility, it can create a lot of confusion for patients. We are asked all the time about the difference in doses and ingredients that are out there on the market.
Our best advice to make sure you get you compounded supply of Semaglutide from a company that:
- Is LegitScript Certified, meaning they have been reviewed by a 3rd party and have met their strict standards for ethical, legal and safety regulations. Love Your Body is LegitScript Certified.
- Provides a vial of medication and syringes from an FDA approved pharmacy. This ensures you receive the correct ingredients and mixture. Do not take medication that is mixed in a clinic or requires you to mix at home. This creates too much room for error and is not recommended. We source all of our medication from FDA approved pharmacy labs and provide the medication to you direct from the pharmacy.
- Increases your dose slowly over time. Yes, you can get a larger dose from many companies out there right now who start you high and increase you quickly. We do not recommend this. A lower dose with a slower titration from Love Your Body allows you to adjust to the medication over time, reducing potential adverse side effects and future dependency.
Compounded Semaglutide at a Compounding Pharmacy
For Semaglutide specifically, a compounding pharmacy can prepare this medication in customized formulations and dosages as prescribed by a healthcare provider. This flexibility allows healthcare professionals to tailor Semaglutide therapy to address specific patient needs, whether it’s for weight management, metabolic health improvement, or other therapeutic purposes.
Benefits of Compounded Semaglutide
Personalized Treatment: Tailored to individual patient needs, considering factors like medical history, current health status, and specific health goals. At Love Your Body, we complete a thorough medical consultation and can tailor the treatment to your needs.
Flexibility in Dosage and Formulation: Allows for adjustments in dosage strength and formulation type (e.g., sublingual tablets, transdermal gels) to enhance patient compliance and effectiveness. At Love Your Body, we currently only provide injectable Semaglutide. We start you on a low dose and slowly increase over time to prevent adverse side effects, like nausea. The standard dosage amount we offer can be adjusted for your unique needs.
Potential Cost Savings: Compounded medications may offer cost-effective alternatives to commercially available options. The brand name drugs can cost up to $1,000 per injection. At Love Your Body, injections start as low as $49 (treatment is paid monthly, quarterly or semi-annually).
Safety and Regulatory Considerations
It’s essential to note that compounded medications are prepared according to stringent guidelines set by state boards of pharmacy to ensure safety, quality, and efficacy.
For more information or to explore compounded Semaglutide as part of your health journey, consult with the experts at Love Your Body Clinic in Clearwater, Florida. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care and solutions to help you achieve your weight loss goals effectively and safely.
NOTE: Nothing in this article is intended to be prescriptive or medical advice. Talk to your doctor before starting a new diet and exercise plan. The information presented is about our medically supervised weight management program and services, and is not an advertisement for a specific drug.
