That's why Ozempic delivers doses of 1 mg or doses of 2 mg to give you additional A1C control
For example, if you started a GLP-1 in September 2024 with a BMI of 37, but in July 2026 you've lost weight and now have a BMI of 34, the prescriber should attest in the prior authorization request that you met the BMI criteria of 35 or over when the GLP-1 therapy started
However, compounding pharmacies are subject to FDA and state regulation and compounded semaglutide offers a patient-specific formulation, is currently more widely available, and offers greater customization of dosing titration protocols on a per patient basis
If you are considering compounded semaglutide because Ozempic is too expensive or out of stock, it is vital to speak with a healthcare provider who uses a reputable, licensed compounding pharmacy
For context, a normal stool frequency ranges from three times a day to three times a week , according to NHS guidance on constipation