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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If you don't use Calibrate, how do you find a doctor willing to prescribe?

To the person who said they use the Rivas weight loss center in Md, how much does it cost and how often do you go? What do they offer other than a prescription?

And last, do these places (Calibrate/ Rivas) have diets that you follow? Just wondering if they work around significant food allergies. [/quote]

I go to the Rivas center in Frederick, which is near where I live. They have other locations throughout Maryland. I pay $110 per injection, and the injections are weekly. So I pay $440 a month for the medication. They do not work with insurance. However, they have a direct pipeline to a pharmacy that provides the medication, so you never have to worry about shortages or insurance denial.

The center also goes over diet. it recommends intermittent fasting, with a focus on lean protein, vegetables, and reduced carbs. Each week you check in with the PA and talk about side effects, progress, diet, anything really. I'm not sure what happens after I reach my goal weight--perhaps they taper you off the medication? I know I can't afford to pay $440 a month for the rest of my life.[/quote]

Do you have side effects from the injections? I was watching YouTube videos and some people stopped the injections due to side effects. I was almost ready to try it, but the side effects gave me pause.[/quote]

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