Medical Weight Management With GLP-1 / GIP Therapy

Medication Can Be a Tool, Not the Whole Strategy

GLP-1 and related medications can affect appetite and food intake and may help eligible patients with chronic weight management. They work best as part of a broader program that includes healthy eating, physical activity, and sustainable behavior change.

• Medical consultation and eligibility review
• Personalized treatment plan
• Prescription medication when appropriate
• Medication education and dosing guidance
• Nutrition recommendations designed for the treatment plan
• Monitoring, follow-up, and treatment adjustments

Safety and Follow-Up Matter

Weight-management medications are not appropriate for everyone. Each medication has its own indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, side effects, and interaction considerations. Your provider should review relevant information before treatment and reassess it as your care continues.

• Tell your provider about every prescription, over-the-counter medication, vitamin, and supplement you use.
• Do not use someone else's medication or change your dose without instruction.
• Contact your healthcare provider if you have concerning or persistent symptoms.
• Do not use prescription weight-management medications during pregnancy; discuss pregnancy planning with your clinician.

FDA-Approved vs. Compounded Medication

FDA-approved medications have been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, and quality for their approved uses. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and do not undergo the same premarket review. If a compounded medication is considered, it should only be used when clinically appropriate and in accordance with applicable law, provider judgment, and pharmacy requirements.