Both can connect a patient to a licensed clinician, issue a provider-written prescription, and route it toward either brand-name FDA-approved GLP-1 dispensing or compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide through licensed compounding-pharmacy pathways
NICE-recommended licensed options include semaglutide (Wegovy) for adults meeting specific BMI and comorbidity criteria under NICE TA875, and orlistat available on prescription or over the counter
PlexusDx compounded semaglutide injections begin at $189/mo (or $149/mo on the 6-month plan) across all three commitment tiers, ensuring consistent pricing whether patients start at microdose levels or advance to therapeutic ranges
Storage and Shelf Life of Semaglutide Proper storage helps ensure the medication remains effective: Refrigeration: Store between 36F and 46F (2C8C) Room temperature: Up to 77F (25C) for a maximum of 56 days After opening: Use within 28 days , even if kept refrigerated Always check expiration dates and dispose of expired medication appropriately
Helpful strategies: Increase fiber gradually Favor soluble fiber early on Pair fiber intake with adequate fluids Gentle consistency beats aggressive fiber loading. Hydration and Electrolytes Reduced intake plus GI side effects increases dehydration risk
Need additional time to adjust to Wegovy 1 : If patients do not tolerate a dose during dose escalation, consider delaying dose escalation for 4 weeks