GLP-1 is a naturally occurring gut hormone that regulates appetite, blood sugar, and digestion
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Compounded medications are not themselves FDA-approved but are legally produced through the compounding pathway and available nationwide without insurance
But like any medication, it can have side effects that some may not expect
Prescribers must document clinical eligibility at the time of initial prescribing even retroactively through a central processor rather than through the patient's plan
For example, if you use the abdomen one week, you might choose the thigh or upper arm for the next