All communication with your prescribing physician, the MWLCOA admin team, and the pharmacy will take place securely through your HIPAA-compliant patient portal
Talk to your doctor about all the possible risks and side effects before starting a treatment plan
[65] Hypotension, including orthostatic hypotension, may occur during treatment with hydrochlorothiazide and can be exacerbated by concurrent use of alcohol, narcotics, or antihypertensive drugs
Off-Label Use: Some medications are prescribed off-label for weight loss: Semaglutide (Ozempic): FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes (not weight loss) Identical to Wegovy but different indication Commonly prescribed off-label for weight loss Same effectiveness as Wegovy Tirzepatide (Mounjaro): FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes (not weight loss) Identical to Zepbound but different indication Prescribed off-label for weight loss before Zepbound approval Same effectiveness as Zepbound Metformin: Diabetes medication sometimes used for weight loss Produces only 1-3% weight loss Not FDA-approved for weight loss Generally not recommended as primary weight loss medication The Current State of Weight Loss Medication: Clear Winners: GLP-1 receptor agonists (especially tirzepatide and semaglutide) have become the gold standard for medical weight loss, producing results previously unattainable with medication alone
At Charleston Healthspan Institute, our Hormone Therapy Specialists offers personalized weight loss services, helping you choose the most effective GLP-1 medication for your unique needs
