Francis University
With 24/7 Support Medvi Pros 24/7 access to specialists Unlimited appointments and messaging Monthly cost includes prescription, appointments, personalized plan, and more HSA/FSAeligible Insurance may reimburse for prescriptions Cons Insurance not accepted Price $179 for your first month, then $299 per month Key Specs Accepts insurance: No, but reimbursable and HSA/FSA-eligible Weight loss program included: Yes GLP-1 brand names offered: Wegovy, Zepbound Type of GLP-1 available: Injectable and oral Cancel any time: Yes Taking a new medication can be intimidating
The Science Behind GLP-1 Drugs GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) receptor agonists work by mimicking a naturally occurring hormone in our bodies
Aksoy et al (100a) report that "prophylactic" thyroid hormone treatment is associated after 15 months with a decrease in thyroid size and in thyroid antibody levels
Tesamorelin is a GHRH analogue that reduces visceral fat, improves fat quality, and supports metabolic health, approved for adults with HIV-associated lipodystrophy
The most robust data comes from Novo Nordisks large cardiovascular outcomes trial SELECT, which found semaglutide reduced CV event risk by 26% in high risk type 2 diabetics