What You Need To Know About
GLP-1 Injections

• What is GLP-1 Injections?

  GLP-1 Injections is the active ingredient in injectable weight-loss medication with the same active ingredient as the brand name medications. It was FDA-approved in 2017 for Type 2 diabetes and later found to be beneficial for weight loss. It was FDA-approved in 2021 for weight loss, achieving an average of 15% weight loss. The same active ingredient is used in these medications, but they are sometimes administered at different doses.

• How does GLP-1 Injections Work?

  GLP-1 Injections mimics a hormone known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) which is naturally produced in your intestines. It sends signals to your brain to reduce hunger, slows down how quickly food leaves your stomach, and encourages your pancreas to produce more insulin which helps lower your blood sugar levels. These effects work together to support weight loss.

• What are the benefits of GLP-1 Injections?

  GLP-1 Injections has been observed to lead to weight loss of about 15%, with the weight loss being sustained. Health benefits associated with weight loss include improvements in energy, mood, and sleep, along with a reduction in heart disease, improvements in diabetes, blood sugar control, blood pressure control, cholesterol levels, kidney health, and fatty liver disease.

• What are side effects I should be aware of?

  Side effects are typically mild and can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. These side effects usually subside within 2-3 weeks, with nausea being considered an “on target” side effect that helps reduce your caloric intake. Less common but more serious side effects can include allergic reactions, low blood sugar, kidney problems (especially if you are very dehydrated), gallstones and pancreatitis. Thyroid tumors or cancer has been observed in rodents, but not yet humans.

• Who should avoid GLP-1 Injections?

  You should avoid GLP-1 Injections if any of the following conditions apply to you:

  • You are pregnant
  • You have an allergic reaction to GLP-1 Injections or any of its ingredients
  • You have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma
  • You have a personal or family history of multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2
• How do I take GLP-1 Injections?

  GLP-1 Injections is injected under the skin either in the thigh, upper arm, or abdomen. Make sure you rotate the injection site each week. GLP-1 Injections can be taken with or without food, at any time of day. You should take the injection consistently on the same day each week. If you need to adjust the day of injection, try to avoid injecting within two days of a prior injection. When you forget a dose, make sure to take it within five days of the expected injection day.

• What does the treatment plan generally look like?

  The standard, FDA-approved dosing schedule for GLP-1 Injections is:

  • Month 1: 0.25 mg per week
  • Month 2: 0.5 mg per week
  • Month 3: 1 mg per week
  • Month 4: 1.7 mg per week
  • Month 5: 2.4 mg per week

  Most patients start at the lowest dose in the first month, then steadily increase every month until you have found the right dose that fits your needs. 1.7 mg and 2.4 mg doses are considered maintenance doses.

• What foods should I avoid?

  You are not expected to make strict dietary changes during the plan, but most patients naturally consume fewer calories.

  As constipation is a side effect to look out for, we recommend having a diet rich in fiber and drinking plenty of water, as doing so can minimize constipation.

• Am I required to exercise?

  We recommend you to exercise while on GLP-1 Injections, but it is not required. You may lose muscle mass while losing weight, and exercising regularly helps retain your muscle mass and fitness.

• Where do you ship?

  We ship medications, including compounded options like GLP-1 Injections and GLP-1/GIP Injections, to most U.S. states. However, state laws vary regarding the shipping of compounded medications. Final eligibility for shipping to your specific address will be confirmed based on your state of residence and the prescribed treatment during your telehealth consultation.

  Check Your State's Eligibility: Shipping for compounded medications is subject to state regulations. Complete our brief intake form or speak with our team to confirm if we can ship to your location.

What You Need To Know About
GLP-1/GIP Injections

• What is GLP-1/GIP Injectionsnjections?

  GLP-1/GIP Injections is the active ingredient in injectable weight-loss medication with the same active ingredient as the brand name medications. It was FDA-approved in 2021 for Type 2 diabetes and later found to be beneficial for weight loss. It was FDA-approved in 2023 for weight loss. This medication uses the same active ingredient, but it may be administered under different brand names.

• How does GLP-1/GIP Injections work?

  GLP-1/GIP Injections mimics two naturally produced hormones in your body, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). Its activity works to send signals to your brain to reduce hunger, slows down how quickly food leaves your stomach, and has hormonal effects to improve your metabolism. Together, these effects work to support weight loss.

• What are the benefits of GLP-1/GIP Injections?

  GLP-1/GIP Injections has been observed to lead to weight loss of about 21%, with the weight loss being sustained. Health benefits associated with weight loss include improvements in energy, mood, and sleep, along with a reduction in heart disease, improvements in diabetes, blood sugar control, blood pressure control, cholesterol levels, kidney health, and fatty liver disease.

• What are side effects I should be aware of?

  Side effects are typically mild and can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. These side effects usually subside within 2-3 weeks, with nausea being considered an “on target” side effect that helps reduce your caloric intake.

  Less common but more serious side effects can include allergic reactions, low blood sugar, kidney problems (especially if you are very dehydrated), gallstones and pancreatitis. Thyroid tumors or cancer has been observed in rodents, but not yet humans.

• Who should avoid GLP-1/GIP Injections?

  You should avoid GLP-1/GIP Injections if any of the following conditions apply to you:

  • You are pregnant
  • You have an allergic reaction to GLP-1/GIP Injections or any of its ingredients
  • You have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma
  • You have a personal or family history of multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2
• How do I take GLP-1/GIP Injections?

  GLP-1/GIP Injections is injected under the skin either in the thigh, upper arm, or abdomen. Make sure you rotate the injection site each week. GLP-1/GIP Injections can be taken with or without food, at any time of day. You should take the injection consistently on the same day each week. If you need to adjust the day of injection, try to avoid injecting within two days of a prior injection. When you forget a dose, make sure to take it within four days of the expected injection day.

• What does the treatment plan generally look like?

  The standard, FDA-approved dosing schedule for GLP-1/GIP Injections is:

  • Month 1: 2.5 mg per week
  • Month 2: 5 mg per week
  • Month 3: 7.5 mg per week
  • Month 4: 10 mg per week
  • Month 5: 12.5 mg per week
  • Month 6: 15 mg per week

  Most patients start at the lowest dose in the first month, then steadily increase every month until you have found the right dose that fits your needs. 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15mg doses are considered maintenance doses.

• What foods should I avoid?

  You are not expected to make strict dietary changes during the plan, but most patients naturally consume fewer calories.

  As constipation is a side effect to look out for, we recommend having a diet rich in fiber and drinking plenty of water, as doing so can minimize constipation.

• Am I required to exercise?

  We recommend you to exercise while on GLP-1/GIP Injections, but it is not required. You may lose muscle mass while losing weight, and exercising regularly helps retain your muscle mass and fitness.

• Where do you ship?

  We ship medications, including compounded options like GLP-1 Injections and GLP-1/GIP Injections, to most U.S. states. However, state laws vary regarding the shipping of compounded medications. Final eligibility for shipping to your specific address will be confirmed based on your state of residence and the prescribed treatment during your telehealth consultation.

  Check Your State's Eligibility: Shipping for compounded medications is subject to state regulations. Complete our brief intake form or speak with our team to confirm if we can ship to your location.