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Frequently Asked Questions
GLP-1 medications regulate your appetite reducing the amount of food you eat. We all have biological factors that are out of our control which impact our hunger, weight and metabolism. GLP-1 treatments help you process sugars, curb your cravings and feel fuller for a longer period of time. Besides weight management, they are often used to help treat obesity and type 2 diabetes. Study.
Studies have shown that when GLP-1s are combined with a healthy lifestyle, patients can reduce up to 15% of their body weight when they’ve been on treatment for a year or longer.
The prescription weight loss treatments we offer include three of the top GLP-1 medication on the market: Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro.
During your initial consult, your provider will make an assessment based on your health history and lifestyle to determine if GLP-1 weight loss treatment is right for you and answer any questions or concerns you may have regarding GLP-1s.
SlimmerMeRx offers three of the most popular and highly regarded prescription anti-obesity medications: Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro. These FDA-approved medications have been clinically proven to help patients lose weight. Note, it is safe, legal, and very common for physicians to prescribe medication “off-label” to treat a condition other than what it is approved for. 1 in 5 prescriptions are for off-label use today in the U.S. Source.
Upon review of your medical history, our affiliated physicians will provide you with a prescription treatment plan that works best for you at their discretion. SlimmerMeRX does not in any way interfere with their medical judgement or prescribing practices.
All the medical providers at SlimmerMeRX are licensed in the U.S. and have extensive clinical and weight loss experience. Our robust health care team includes board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners as well as lab and drugstore partners. All here to effectively assist you in your personalized weight loss journey. After your initial physician consult, you can outreach your provider through our patient portal.
No, a licensed provider in your state will be assigned to you.
Yes, you can expect to keep the same provider depending on their availability.
Off-label prescribing is when a medication is prescribed to treat a condition other than what it is approved for. This is a safe, legal and common practice. 1 in 5 U.S. prescriptions written are off label. Following protocols established by leading hospitals and weight loss experts, our medical professionals carefully prescribe medications that fit your lifestyle and medical needs.
Your medical provider will discuss other available prescription options if your prescribed medication is not effective. SlimmerMeRX offers several medications to get you on the right weight loss path. Note, SlimmerMeRX does not interfere with the medical judgement and prescribing practices of our affiliated providers.
SlimmerMeRX partners with third-party pharmacy fulfillment companies that ship your medication right to your front door. You also have the choice of using your own local pharmacy. Keep in mind, your prescription medication is an out-of-pocket expense.
No, you do not need a doctor’s referral with SlimmerMeRX.
Yes, your SlimmerMeRX medical provider will require lab work for your consult. You will need to upload your results via our patient portal. Note, this is an out-of-pocket expense.
Many factors can contribute to obesity and the vicious cycle of weight loss and regain including genetics, hormones, and the environment. SlimmerMeRX can help you win the battle when weight loss becomes challenging no matter how much diet and exercise you do. Our medical professionals will recommend the best course of action for lasting weight loss.
During your initial consult, your medical provider will review your health records and lab results and will discuss with you your lifestyle and goals. Based on the information, you will be provided with a personalized prescription plan to ensure effective weight loss. Your progress will be monitored during follow-up consults and any necessary prescription adjustments will be made.
No, we do not offer combination therapy.
Consultations with our medical professionals are meant to ensure the safest and most effective prescription path for you based on your medical history, biology and response to the medication including finding an alternative should the first prescription plan not work for you. You will also be given instructions along with your prescription medication on what to do should side effects occur. In addition, you can always contact us via our patient portal to communicate any concerns, which may need addressing.
No, SlimmerMeRX does not accept insurance.
Your first step will be to fill out our intake form, which is accompanied by a comprehensive questionnaire to determine eligibility. Not everyone qualifies for GLP-1 prescription medication. Certain factors, such as medical history, pre-existing conditions, and conflicting medications, can interfere with our weight loss medications preventing them from working safely and effectively. To get started, you can fill out our questionnaire here.
As this is not a subscription program, there is no refund policy. You can choose to continue with SlimmerMeRX and end your treatment at any time.
At SlimmerMeRX, our number one priority is your health and safety. Prescription weight loss medication is not right for everyone. You may not be eligible for our prescription medications when there is something in your medical history or health data that conflicts with our medications and prevents them from working safely.
By law, we are required to verify your identity before seeing one of our healthcare providers and having medication prescribed to you. Accepted forms of ID include:
- Valid government-issued driver’s license
- State-issued ID card
- Military-issued ID card
- Valid U.S. passport
- Global entry ID card
- Foreign passport with country of origin
Once you’ve completed your initial medical consult, your provider will determine which medication to prescribe and make sure you’re comfortable with it before receiving the prescription.
Please direct such inquires to your SlimmerMeRX medical provider who can best assist you with medical questions such as this one.
During your consults, your physician will recommend the best weight loss prescription medication specific to your medical history and lifestyle. At this time, feel free to inquire about other eligible options.
Yes, you will be required to submit lab work prior to your initial consult for your SlimmerMeRX provider to review. Note, lab work is an out-of-pocket expense.
With SlimmerMeRX, you receive treatment without leaving your house. In addition, our healthcare professionals have extensive experience in weight loss and these types of prescription medications. We want to make your weight loss journey as convenient and safe as possible.