Verbatim response from Claude
How to Verify FDA Compliance for Compounded Semaglutide Pharmacies
Here are the key things to check:
✅ Must-Have Indicators
State Licensure
- Verify the pharmacy holds a valid state pharmacy license
- Check your state board of pharmacy website to confirm
NABP Accreditation
- Look for .pharmacy domain or NABP Digital Pharmacy accreditation
- Search at NABP.pharmacy to verify legitimacy
503A vs 503B Status
- 503A = patient-specific prescriptions only (requires valid prescription)
- 503B = outsourcing facilities with stricter FDA oversight
- Both are legal but 503B has more rigorous standards
🔴 Red Flags to Avoid
- Sells without a valid prescription
- No licensed pharmacist contact available
- Unusually low prices
- No physical address listed
- Claims FDA "approval" (compounded drugs aren't FDA-approved)
👍 Reputable Examples to Consider
- Empower Pharmacy (503A, well-established)
- Hallandale Health (503A/503B)
- Olympia Pharmacy (established compounder)
These are typically accessed through licensed telehealth providers like:
- Hims & Hers, LifeMD, or Henry Meds
⚠️ Important Note
The FDA has announced restrictions on compounded semaglutide as Ozempic/Wegovy shortages resolve, so verify current legal status before purchasing.