Quick Answer: GLP-1 medications should be injected subcutaneously into the middle front or outer thigh at a 90-degree angle, with systematic site rotation of at least 1 inch between injections to prevent tissue complications
How It Works Complete an online health assessment (5-10 minutes) at tryshed.com Choose your treatment plan and medication format A licensed provider reviews your eligibility (may require a short video consultation) If approved, your prescription is sent to a partner compounding pharmacy Medication ships to your door (typically 5-10 business days for first order) Ongoing follow-ups, dose adjustments, and care team access through the patient portal Important: Shed requires follow-up appointments to process refills
In one trial , participants lost nearly 11% of their body weight with weekly semaglutide injections, dietary changes, exercise, and psychological counseling
Serious but rare adverse effects associated with injectable GLP-1 receptor agonists include acute pancreatitis, gallbladder disease (cholecystitis and cholelithiasis), and potential thyroid effects
All prescribing decisions are made by licensed clinicians based on your individual health history and clinical appropriateness