In those types of situations, theres risk of people getting really sick. If shortages continually affect your treatment, you can talk to your provider about potentially converting from one brand to another
A lot of the early adopters of GLP-1s were postpartum women or someone perimenopausal that was struggling with weight loss. According to a recent survey, nearly 12% of Americans are or have used a GLP-1, nearly three times as many as in 2020
Their benefits now extend well beyond glycemic control and weight loss, with growing evidence supporting their use in the management of steatosis liver disease, obstructive sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, and chronic kidney disease
Compounded GLP-1 and controlled substance medications for weight loss are not prescribed at MinuteClinic (includes phentermine, among others)
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists: new evidence of kidney and cardiovascular protection from the FLOW and SELECT trials
Ask about the formulary before your appointment