Compounded Semaglutide
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Description
What is compounded semaglutide?
Compounding is the process of creating a medication that’s tailored to the needs of an individual patient. For example, some patients may need a medication in liquid form when the FDA-approved drug comes in a pill. Additionally, a pharmacy can compound medications of FDA-approved drugs that are in shortage.
Compounded drugs are prepared by state-licensed compounding pharmacies that meet FDA and state requirements, including quality standards. When compounding in compliance with federal law, compounded drugs are not subject to FDA approval and do not have to undergo safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing review.
Where is compounded semaglutide made?
Semaglutide works by mimicking the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in the body, which is the hormone that regulates insulin secretion and helps control appetite. However, studies have shown that semaglutide can also assist with weight loss by both suppressing the appetite and slowing down digestion.