Making any claims about the safety or efficacy of the compounded drug may be illegal under the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
Unlike many other GH-releasing compounds, Ipamorelin does not elevate cortisol levels in your body, which is a primary stress hormone that negatively affects body weight
Glucagon is also thought to increase energy expenditure, possibly via increased brown adipose tissue activity (Baggio and Drucker, 2021)
Constipation and dizziness, which are known side effects associated with this type of medication, were more common with semaglutide
The key is working closely with your doctor to document medical necessity, complete any step therapy requirements, and provide comprehensive records supporting your need for Ozempic specifically