Semaglutide from Kelly Goodman?

[Anonymous]

Is anyone getting semaglutide from the Kelly Goodman Group? They offer it for weight loss, but my understanding is that it can't be Ozempic since it's not a prescription. So does that mean it's one of these weird compounds that we shouldn't trust?

[Anonymous]

Not Kelly Goodman, but I'm getting one of the compounds from a medspa (who is fulfilling through a well known local pharmacy) and it is life changing for me as someone who has struggled with weight for 50 years.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Is anyone getting semaglutide from the Kelly Goodman Group? They offer it for weight loss, but my understanding is that it can't be Ozempic since it's not a prescription. So does that mean it's one of these weird compounds that we shouldn't trust?

That is correct. You should not trust it. Compounded is not okay.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is anyone getting semaglutide from the Kelly Goodman Group? They offer it for weight loss, but my understanding is that it can't be Ozempic since it's not a prescription. So does that mean it's one of these weird compounds that we shouldn't trust?

That is correct. You should not trust it. Compounded is not okay.

Why shouldn't you trust compounded prescription semaglutide?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is anyone getting semaglutide from the Kelly Goodman Group? They offer it for weight loss, but my understanding is that it can't be Ozempic since it's not a prescription. So does that mean it's one of these weird compounds that we shouldn't trust?

That is correct. You should not trust it. Compounded is not okay.

Compounded from a trusted compounding pharmacy is okay. They are allowed under the law (due to the shortage, fda allows compounding) compound semaglutide.

Some random internet seller of 'semaglutide solution not for human use' , no don't buy that.

[Anonymous]

I’ve been on it for 6 months. Yes it’s a compound, from a reputable compounder in Vienna. No problems and it’s been very effective. I did have one month were I used real ozempic and didn’t notice a difference other than it being 2x as expensive.

They gave me an ozempic prescription initially but insurance wouldn’t cover it since I was only pre diabetic.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’ve been on it for 6 months. Yes it’s a compound, from a reputable compounder in Vienna. No problems and it’s been very effective. I did have one month were I used real ozempic and didn’t notice a difference other than it being 2x as expensive.

They gave me an ozempic prescription initially but insurance wouldn’t cover it since I was only pre diabetic.

Just to clarify that this is through Kelly’s office.

[Anonymous]

I, personally, would not trust compounded semaglutide. It is not regulated by the FDA, it could be very dangerous.

https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/medications-containing-semaglutide-marketed-type-2-diabetes-or-weight-loss

The relevant statement:

FDA has received adverse event reports after patients used compounded semaglutide. Patients should not use a compounded drug if an approved drug is available to treat a patient. Patients and health care professionals should understand that the agency does not review compounded versions of these drugs for safety, effectiveness, or quality.

Additionally, FDA has received reports that in some cases, compounders may be using salt forms of semaglutide, including semaglutide sodium and semaglutide acetate. The salt forms are different active ingredients than is used the approved drugs, which contain the base form of semaglutide. The agency is not aware of any basis for compounding using the salt forms that would meet the FD&C requirements for types of active ingredients that can be compounded. On April 27, 2023, FDA wrote to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy expressing the agency’s concerns with use of the salt forms in compounded products.

Patients should be aware that some products sold as ‘semaglutide’ may not contain the same active ingredient as FDA-approved semaglutide products and may be the salt formulations. Products containing these salts, such as semaglutide sodium and semaglutide acetate, have not been shown to be safe and effective.

Patients should only obtain drugs containing semaglutide with a prescription from a licensed health care provider, and only obtain medicines from state-licensed pharmacies or outsourcing facilities registered with FDA.

Purchasing medicine online from unregulated, unlicensed sources can expose patients to potentially unsafe products that have not undergone appropriate evaluation or approval, or do not meet quality standards. If you choose to use an online pharmacy, FDA’s BeSafeRx campaign resources and tools can assist in making safer, more informed decisions when purchasing prescription medicine online.

[Anonymous]

FDA Warns People to Avoid Compounded Semaglutide Medicines

https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20230531/fda-warns-people-avoid-compounded-semaglutide-medicines

[Anonymous]

I’m on compounded mounjaro.

Fabulous.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m on compounded mounjaro.

Fabulous.

Same here….
The mental health benefits were unexpected!!

[Anonymous]

so which medspas in Moco are offering this? I'd like to get on board.

[Anonymous]

What is the monthly cost of the compounds?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is anyone getting semaglutide from the Kelly Goodman Group? They offer it for weight loss, but my understanding is that it can't be Ozempic since it's not a prescription. So does that mean it's one of these weird compounds that we shouldn't trust?

That is correct. You should not trust it. Compounded is not okay.

Compounded from a trusted compounding pharmacy is okay. They are allowed under the law (due to the shortage, fda allows compounding) compound semaglutide.

Some random internet seller of 'semaglutide solution not for human use' , no don't buy that.

To be clear, Kelly Goodman Group is a reputable, established concierge medical practice in Bethesda. Not an online random pharmacy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’ve been on it for 6 months. Yes it’s a compound, from a reputable compounder in Vienna. No problems and it’s been very effective. I did have one month were I used real ozempic and didn’t notice a difference other than it being 2x as expensive.

They gave me an ozempic prescription initially but insurance wouldn’t cover it since I was only pre diabetic.

Which one, in Vienna?