Compounded semaglutide is a medication that’s custom-made by a compounding pharmacy. It contains the active ingredient semaglutide, which is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist.

Compounded GLP-1 drugs aren't FDA-approved and may carry unknown safety risks. Experts warn of inconsistent quality, dosing and possible side effects in compounded meds. Lifestyle habits—like diet, ...

A compounded medication is a drug a healthcare provider prepares to meet your specific needs. It's made by combining, mixing, or altering ingredients of a drug. Compounded medications are important ...

When endocrinologist Dan Bessesen, MD, looked online and saw how easy it would be for him to purchase a weight loss drug from ...

EMINENCE, Ky. (WAVE) - The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy has issued an order than a Henry County pharmacy stop compounding and dispensing compounded medications after three children had an adverse ...

Compounding is the act of mixing, combining, or altering ingredients to tailor a medication to an individual’s needs. Generally, compounding a medication is done by a licensed pharmacist, a licensed ...

Lawsuit alleges anti-competitive conduct designed to suppress lawful compounding pharmaceuticals and limit patient choice ...

Whether it's helping women adjust hormone levels using natural hormone replacement therapy or finding a flavor of medicine that can help soothe a child's upset stomach, Steve Horst can mix up the ...

Before you fill that prescription. Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia Compounded GLP-1 drugs aren't FDA-approved and may carry unknown safety risks. Experts warn of inconsistent quality, ...

Whether it’s due to an ingredient allergy or other reasons, compounding pharmacies can help tailor a custom-made medication to meet your needs. And when drug shortages happen, they can play an ...