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Compounded
GLP-1
in Texas, Utah, Florida, & North Carolina

At Altius Performance Medicine, our providers partner with you to support your health goals. Your care plan may include prescription therapies, such as compounded GLP-1 medications, when deemed medically appropriate by a licensed prescriber. Compounded medications are considered only when the prescribing practitioner determines that a compounded formulation provides a clinically meaningful difference for an individual patient compared to an FDA-approved product. In such cases, our providers may include a compounded GLP-1 formulation prepared by a state licensed compounding pharmacy as part of a personalized care plan. We provide structured clinical oversight to help ensure your treatment aligns with your medical history, lifestyle factors, and long-term wellness objectives.

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What Are Compounded GLP-1 Medications?

GLP-1 receptor agonists are a class of medications that mimic the action of the naturally occurring glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) hormone. This hormone is released from the gastrointestinal tract in response to food intake. One of its primary functions is to stimulate insulin secretion, which helps regulate blood glucose levels. At higher concentrations, GLP-1 also acts on central appetite regulation pathways in the brain, promoting satiety and reducing hunger.
Compounded GLP-1 medications may be prescribed when a licensed provider determines that an FDA approved formulation is not appropriate for an individual patient and that a compounded preparation may offer a clinically meaningful difference. Compounded medications must be medically necessary and are formulated to address a patient’s specific clinical needs. Your provider will review your medical history, health goals, and overall condition to determine whether compounded GLP-1 therapy may be appropriate as part of your care plan.
Compounded GLP-1 medications are not FDA approved, and their safety, effectiveness, and manufacturing quality have not been evaluated by the FDA. These compounded formulations may carry additional risks compared to FDA approved products. In certain circumstances, however, a provider may determine that a compounded preparation is appropriate for an individual patient based on specific clinical considerations.

How Do GLP-1 Medications Work?

GLP-1 medications work by mimicking a naturally occurring hormone in the body that plays a central role in appetite regulation, insulin secretion, and blood glucose control. When these medications activate GLP-1 receptors in the brain, they may increase feelings of fullness, reduce hunger signals, and slow gastric emptying, allowing food to remain in the stomach longer. These effects vary among individuals and may help some patients reduce overall calorie intake.

In addition, GLP-1 medications influence how the body regulates blood sugar by modulating insulin and glucagon signaling. These metabolic effects differ between patients and represent only one component of a comprehensive treatment plan. By acting on these pathways, GLP-1 medications may help reduce cravings, support sustained calorie reduction, and promote the use of stored fat for energy, which can contribute to gradual weight loss in some individuals. Individual responses vary, and no specific weight loss results can be guaranteed.

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“The providers at Altius Performance Medicine are extremely knowledgeable and made the entire process simple, easy, and hassle free! The staff submitted my blood work immediately and I received my shipment of medication 3 days after meeting with the doctor. The last 6 months I’ve felt amazing!”

- Dillon C.

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