Verbatim response from Claude
This is a fast-moving area, so here's an honest breakdown:
What Happened
The FDA declared the semaglutide shortage over (early 2025), meaning compounding pharmacies lost the legal right to compound copies of Ozempic/Wegovy. Many telehealth companies had to pivot quickly.
Services Still Navigating This Space
Still offering some compounded options (as of early 2025):
- Hims & Hers - shifted toward "personalized" formulations (different dosages or added ingredients like B12/NAD)
- LifeMD / GoRx - exploring compliant formulations
- Mochi Health - working with compounding pharmacies on permitted variations
Important Caveats
- Availability changes weekly - some services have paused compounded semaglutide entirely
- "Personalized" compounds may face their own scrutiny
- Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) shortage status differs - compounding may still be permitted there
My Honest Recommendation
- Check Hims & Hers, Ro, and Mochi Health directly
- Ask specifically about their current legal compliance approach
- Consider services offering brand-name GLP-1s with manufacturer coupons as an alternative
Verify current status directly since this regulatory situation is actively evolving. Would you like help comparing other aspects of these services?