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Medications Safety Information

Important Notice Regarding Your Medication

This page provides some information on both FDA-approved branded medications and customized, compounded formulations. It is critical that you understand the services MDRX Labs provides for each.

Compounded Medication Program: MDRX Labs's primary service provides a website which collects relevant information and connects individuals with licensed medical providers who, when deemed medically appropriate, transmit prescriptions for compounded medication which will then be delivered to such individuals. These medications are prepared and shipped directly to users by state-licensed sterile compounding pharmacies. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. The FDA does not verify their safety, effectiveness, or quality. You should not take a compounded drug if an FDA-approved drug is appropriate for any user.

MDRX Labs is not a medical practice, a medical provider, nor is it a pharmacy and MDRX Labs does not diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or medical conditions. MDRX Labs does not compound or provide medication.

Prescriptions for FDA-Approved Branded Medications: As an alternative to a compounded medication, your provider may determine that an FDA-approved branded medication (such as Zepbound®, Ozempic®, etc.) is appropriate for you. In this case, your provider will issue a prescription that you can take to a pharmacy of your choice. MDRX Labs does not sell, fulfill, or ship medications of any kind. The cost of the consultation and prescription service through MDRX Labs does not include the cost of the branded medication itself, which is your sole responsibility.

Trademarks: Zepbound® and Mounjaro® are registered trademarks of Eli Lilly and Company. Ozempic® and Wegovy® are registered trademarks of Novo Nordisk A/S. MDRX Labs is not affiliated with, nor endorsed by, Eli Lilly and Company or Novo Nordisk A/S.

Important Notice

This information pertains to both FDA-approved medications and compounded formulations. Medical providers accessed via the MDRX Labs intake process may offer FDA-approved branded medications (such as Zepbound® and Ozempic®) and, when medically appropriate, compounded formulations. Compounded medications have not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality.

MDRX Labs has no affiliation with Eli Lilly or Novo Nordisk. We do not dispense these branded medications, although they may be prescribed by medical providers introduced through the MDRX Labs intake portal. MDRX Labs does not monitor or control which medications are prescribed by any medical provider.

Educational Information: Understanding GLP-1 and GIP Receptor Medications

This information is not medical advice. MDRX Labs is not a medical provider or a pharmacy and provides the following for non-medical general informational purposes. Studies show that GLP-1 receptor agonist medications work by mimicking the action of the GLP-1 hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate appetite, reduce hunger, and increase feelings of fullness. Some medications may target both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, which can help regulate different aspects of metabolism and appetite.

When used as part of a comprehensive program that includes diet and exercise, these medications may support weight management efforts. Individual results vary, and weight management is influenced by multiple factors including diet, exercise, consistency with treatment, and individual biological factors.

It's important to share your entire medical history with your provider. In particular, tell your provider if you have a past history of:

  • Type 1 or type 2 diabetes
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Gastrointestinal disease
  • Pancreatitis
  • Kidney disease
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Depression
  • Suicidal thoughts or behavior

Tell your provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Withholding or providing inaccurate information about your health and medical history in order to obtain treatment may result in harm, including, in some cases, death.

Studies have shown that common side effects of GLP-1 medications may include:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Abdominal pain
  • Decreased appetite
  • Indigestion
  • Flatulence
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes

Individual experiences vary, and not all patients experience the same side effects.

Compounded Medication Information

Important Information About Compounded GLP-1 and Dual GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonist Medications

Your medical provider introduced through the MDRX Labs website may, when medically appropriate, offer compounded formulations of medications that target GLP-1 receptors or both GLP-1 and GIP receptors. These compounded medications are different from FDA-approved branded products like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Zepbound®.

What are compounded medications?

Compounded medications are custom-prepared by licensed pharmacies to meet specific patient needs when commercially available options aren't suitable. They are made by combining, mixing, or altering ingredients to create a medication tailored to individual patient requirements as determined by a licensed healthcare provider.

Important regulatory information

  • Compounded medications have NOT been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality.
  • Compounded medications do not undergo the same rigorous clinical trials as FDA-approved medications.
  • The FDA does not verify the safety, effectiveness, or quality of compounded medications.
  • Compounded medications may contain the same active ingredients as FDA-approved medications but may differ in formulation, strength, and quality.

Potential risks of compounded medications

  • Quality, potency, and purity may vary between compounding pharmacies.
  • May contain different inactive ingredients than FDA-approved versions.
  • May have different side effects or risks than FDA-approved versions.
  • Limited data on long-term safety and effectiveness.

When might compounded medications be appropriate?

  • When FDA-approved medications are unavailable due to shortages.
  • When a patient has a documented allergy to an inactive ingredient in the FDA-approved version.
  • When a patient requires a specific dosage form not commercially available.
  • When determined medically necessary by your healthcare provider.

Safety monitoring for compounded medications

  • All side effects should be reported to your MDRX Labs provider immediately.
  • Your provider will monitor your response to treatment closely.
  • Follow all instructions provided by your healthcare provider regarding dosage and administration.

Informed consent

Before receiving any compounded medication, the medical provider will ask you to provide informed consent acknowledging that you understand the differences between FDA-approved and compounded medications.

Disclaimer

Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Saxenda®, and Victoza® are registered trademarks of Novo Nordisk. Zepbound® and Mounjaro® are registered trademarks of Eli Lilly. MDRX Labs has no affiliation with Novo Nordisk or Eli Lilly. The compounded products available as part of MDRX Labs's Weight Management Program are not made by Novo Nordisk or Eli Lilly or any company affiliated with Novo Nordisk or Eli Lilly.