Because of the way it works, it's only FDA-approved for people with certain genetic conditions, namely: Proopiomelanocortin (POMC) deficiency, Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 1 (PCSK1) deficiency, Leptin receptor (LEPR) deficiency, and Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)
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Summary of Benefits Fast eligibility quiz and onboarding No insurance required Transparent, flat-rate pricing Nationwide medication delivery Licensed clinical oversight and unlimited messaging Access to both compounded and name-brand GLP-1 medications These features make FuturHealth one of the most accessible and consumer-friendly options in the telehealth weight loss space
How Semaglutide for Weight Loss Works Semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, works by mimicking the natural hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) found in the body
Others use slightly faster timelines for patients who have previously been on GLP-1 medications