Giving a smaller dose of Ozempic or any other GLP-1 can still produce these side effects such as nausea, vomiting, muscle loss, upset stomach, headaches, and slowing of bowel movements potentially leading to ileus or obstruction. George said that microdoses of the drug are only as safe as the pharmacy producing it: To access these custom doses, Noom must use a specialized compounding pharmacy
The two pharmaceutical leaders in this space Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly have seen astonishing growth in sales of their GLP-1 drugs for diabetes and obesity and have struggled to keep up with demand even at premium prices
(3) Notably, only 53.8% of those prescribed a GLP-1 agonist in 2022 had a history of type 2 diabetes, highlighting a shifting clinical paradigm in which these agents are now widely used for obesity management and related metabolic disorders
The Short Version: There are really only two choices here
Both must adhere to the same standard of care and be compliant with state and federal laws
Patients should discuss this distinction clearly with their reviewing provider before starting compounded treatment