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Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide: How to Compare Your Options

If you’re seeking prescription medications to help with weight loss, you may be trying to decide whether semaglutide (Wegovy®) or tirzepatide (Zepbound®) may be the better option for you.

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Healthcare Tips

GLP-1s and Hair Loss: What to Know About Shedding

More hair in the shower or on your brush can be upsetting. If you're taking a GLP-1, your care team can help work out what's causing it.

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Healthcare Tips

Constipation on Semaglutide or Tirzepatide: What to Know

Constipation can occur in people receiving semaglutide or tirzepatide. Learn about the symptoms, what may help, and when to seek medical care.

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Medication Insights

Compounded Semaglutide vs. Ozempic: The Differences That Matter

If you’re being offered semaglutide "the same as Ozempic," it’s important to understand the distinctions. Ozempic is an FDA-approved semaglutide drug. Compounded semaglutide is not FDA-approved, does not inherit Ozempic’s clinical trial evidence, and isn’t Ozempic’s generic.

Healthcare Tips

GLP‑1 Titration & Injection Basics

Titration means gradually increasing the dose over time. For GLP‑1s, titration lets your body adapt to effects on appetite and gastric emptying.