Compounded Semaglutide

Compounded semaglutide 101

What is compounded semaglutide?

Compounding is the process of creating a medication that’s tailored to the needs of an individual patient. For example, some patients may need a medication in liquid form when the FDA-approved drug comes in a pill. Additionally, a pharmacy can compound medications of FDA-approved drugs that are in shortage.

Compounded drugs are prepared by state-licensed compounding pharmacies that meet FDA and state requirements, including quality standards. When compounding in compliance with federal law, compounded drugs are not subject to FDA approval and do not have to undergo safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing review.

Oat Meds is partnering with compounding pharmacies to offer compounded semaglutide that uses the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy. In addition, Oat Meds only offers a compounded product that contains semaglutide base (the same active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy) and not semaglutide salts (which are not the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy).

Where is compounded semaglutide made?

Oat Meds works with state-licensed compounding pharmacies to produce compounded semaglutide. Compounding is regulated by both FDA and state boards of pharmacy. A licensed compounding pharmacy must comply with both federal and state laws, which include administrative requirements and quality standards.

What is the dosing for compounded semaglutide?

Dosing starts low, then gradually increases over the first few months until a steady dose is reached. If prescribed, your provider will work with you to find the right schedule and dosing for you.

How do you take compounded semaglutide?

Compounded semaglutide offered by Oat Meds comes in small glass vials that you must carefully prepare to self-administer the injectable medication.

To prepare each dose, clean the top of the vial with an alcohol wipe, and draw the appropriate amount of medication into the syringe. Like Wegovy and Ozempic, compounded semaglutide is injected weekly in your abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.

Potential risks of self-prepared dosing:

• Administering a higher dose than recommended can lead to unwanted effects such as severe nausea, severe vomiting, and severe hypoglycemia.
• Administering a lower dose than recommended can lead to inadequate treatment.
• Improper cleaning can lead to infection.

If you’re prescribed medication, you'll receive additional training to guide you on safely preparing your dose for self-administration to minimize these risks.

Will my insurance cover compounded semaglutide?

Compounded semaglutide prescribed by our affiliated providers is not covered by insurance.

How much does compounded semaglutide through Oat Meds cost?

Our program cost is $209 a month, which includes the cost of the medication, shipping, and your provider consultation. You can cancel at any time. There are no other hidden fees.