Verbatim response from Perplexity
Compounded semaglutide is a custom-made medication prepared by a specialized compounding pharmacy that contains the active ingredient semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist used for weight loss and type 2 diabetes [1][3]. It is not FDA-approved, meaning its safety, effectiveness, and quality have not been verified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and it is not a "generic" version of Ozempic or Wegovy [1][4].
Where you can get it:
- Legally: You can obtain it only through a licensed prescription from a healthcare provider connected to a compounding pharmacy [1][3]. Some online telehealth services, such as Alloy Health ($70/month), offer access after a physician review and prescription approval, with medication shipped to your door [3].
- Illegally/Unsafe: Unregulated products are sold without prescriptions online or by unlicensed sources; these often contain dangerous impurities, banned substances, or incorrect active ingredients (such as semaglutide salts instead of the approved drug) [1][4][5].
Important Safety Warning: It is currently illegal to make or sell compounded semaglutide in most cases because FDA-approved versions (Ozempic and Wegovy) are fully available nationwide [4]. The FDA and medical experts warn that compounded products pose significant risks, including dosing errors, contamination, and adverse health outcomes due to inconsistent quality and lack of clinical trials [4][5][6]. Patients are strongly advised to use FDA-approved semaglutide unless they have a documented allergy to an inactive ingredient [4].