Yes, all GLP-1 medications (semaglutide and tirzepatide) require a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider
Survodutide, a weekly GLP-1 injection that mimics a second hormone, glucagon, which helps the body break down stored fat and use it for energy
I have a patient in Arizona who isnt obese
Lab needs vary by patient, but a physician may monitor A1C, fasting glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, liver enzymes, kidney function, thyroid markers, inflammatory markers, and nutrient status when appropriate
Both Mounjaro and Ozempic may be prescribed off-label for weight loss, but the manufacturers warn against off-label uses
Patients who experience rapid weight loss should undergo gallbladder ultrasonography to screen for imminent biliary pathology