Weight Loss Injections: Patient Frustrations with Finding the Drug in Stock Town & Country Compounding
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The frustrated patient's common scenario with GLP-1 weight loss injections (semaglutide and tirzepatide) and prescriptions
When prescribers send GLP-1 weight loss injection Rxs to traditional retail pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid), problems often occur due to the ongoing shortage of the medications, leading to delays or interruptions in therapy.
When the injection is out of stock, the patient is told they can call other pharmacies to see if they can find it. This is where more frustration sets in; the patient often wastes hours coming up empty-handed and not knowing what to do. The frustrated patient contacts the prescriber’s office looking for guidance, but they are also unsure where to get the medication.
Town & Country Compounding helps prescribers and their patients!
The challenges of accessing GLP-1 injections and how Town & Country Compounding may help
Patients prescribed GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, and Zepbound® experience frustrating roadblocks in getting their medications filled. These medications, designed to address Type 2 diabetes and aid in weight loss, have skyrocketed in demand, creating widespread shortages at traditional retail pharmacies. Unfortunately, these supply issues affect patients’ ability to start or continue therapy as prescribed.
Common patient frustrations with obtaining Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro® and Zepbound® at "traditional" retail pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid)
Shortages leading to long delays
The most pressing issue patients face is the ongoing shortage of GLP-1 injections. As demand surges, pharmacies can’t get or keep them in stock. Many patients find that they are either put on lengthy waitlists or are forced to contact multiple pharmacies in hopes of finding their prescribed dose. For patients eager to begin their therapy, these delays may lead to frustration and anxiety as they watch precious time slip by without being able to start the weight loss journey they had mentally prepared for.
Can’t find the next higher strength dose, which causes anxiety about therapy interruption
Even when pharmacies do have GLP-1 injections in stock, they may not carry the prescribed strength. GLP-1 therapies are slowly titrated up, with patients needing to increase their dose over time gradually. Retail pharmacies may have lower doses available but not the higher strengths necessary for ongoing therapy. Patients are left on their own to find a pharmacy with the strength they need in stock.
Insurance roadblocks
Many patients assume insurance will cover GLP-1 injections, but that’s not always the case. Prescribers know the changes are slim for coverage, but they don’t have any control over it. Some insurance companies have strict prior authorization requirements or impose limitations on the number of doses that can be dispensed, which is often very surprising to patients. This process results in delayed or denied prescriptions, leaving patients without a path forward.
Traditional retail pharmacy system deadlocks
Once a prescription is submitted to a retail pharmacy, it can often get stuck in limbo if the medication isn’t available or if there’s an insurance issue. When this happens, the prescription remains tied up in that pharmacy’s system. This creates further delays if the patient tries to transfer it elsewhere or seek out alternative solutions. This is very frustrating and time-consuming for patients.
How compounded GLP-1 injections at Town & Country Compounding offer a solution for patients
For patients who are struggling with these roadblocks, compounded GLP-1 injections from Town & Country Compounding provide an accessible alternative that helps them start and continue therapy without the usual delays.
No shortage worries
We offer personalized formulations of GLP-1 injections that bypass the retail shortage. Because these medications are made in-house, patients can access the exact therapy they need, without worrying about stock availability at big-box pharmacies.
Multiple strengths available, in stock, and ready for pickup, shipping or delivery
Compounded GLP-1 injections are prepared in various strengths, allowing patients to receive the precise dose their doctor prescribed. Whether it’s a lower strength for starting therapy or a higher dose for maintenance, compounding pharmacies can provide the flexibility to adjust as needed. This ensures patients can increase their dosage according to their treatment plan without interrupting therapy because of shortage delays. With fast turnaround times, patients can start therapy without delay and stay on track to reach their health goals.
Practitioners: Ready to start prescribing GLP-1 medications (semaglutide and tirzepatide)?
Quality at Town & Country Compounding
At Town & Country Compounding, quality is at the heart of everything we do. All of our compounded GLP-1 injections are prepared using the highest-quality ingredients sourced from reputable suppliers. We go a step further by testing every batch with an independent, third-party laboratory. This rigorous testing guarantees the potency and purity of our products, so you can feel confident knowing you’re getting exactly what your doctor prescribed.
The ongoing shortages and system failures at traditional retail pharmacies have left many patients stuck in a frustrating cycle, unable to access the GLP-1 therapy they need. Compounding pharmacies offer a valuable alternative, providing personalized care and quick access to medication. By starting with compounded GLP-1 injections, patients can start therapy without unnecessary roadblocks, setting them up for long-term success in their health journey.
