The primary outcome was MACE, a composite of myocardial infarction, stroke, and all-cause mortality
They can't compete with prescription treatments
In recent years, the landscape of weight management and diabetes treatment has undergone a remarkable transformation, particularly with the introduction of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists
The FDA's 2024 guidance on compounded semaglutide states: "Patients should be aware that FDA has not reviewed compounded versions of semaglutide for safety, effectiveness, or quality." [1] Any telehealth company, Mochi Health included, that prescribes compounded semaglutide carries that unverified-safety exposure
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists represent a class of medications originally developed for type 2 diabetes management, with some now FDA-approved for weight management
Lixisenatide, a novel GLP-1 receptor agonist for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus