dan_philly said:Compounded has been just as effective for me.
Price comparison for compounded supply across sources I've used:
| Source | Monthly Cost | Type | Purity Verified |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand (Ozempic) | $905 | FDA-approved | N/A (pharma) |
| 503B Compounding | $135 | cGMP compounded | Yes (in-house) |
| 503A Compounding | $95 | Patient-specific | Varies |
| Research peptide | $45 | Not for human use | Often Janoshik |
I use the 503B option — best balance of quality, cost, and legality. The brand price is insane but insurance can help if you qualify.
dan_philly said:Compounded has been just as effective for me.
Beyond-use dating (BUD) for compounded supply compounded products:
Lyophilized (unreconstituted): typically 9 months from compounding date
Reconstituted with BAC water: typically 28-30 days refrigerated
Reconstituted with sterile water: typically 7 days (no preservative!)
Always use BAC water for multi-dose vials. Sterile water has no preservative and supports bacterial growth after first puncture. This is a common and potentially dangerous mistake.
dan_philly said:Compounded has been just as effective for me.
Thank you — that is the clearest version of this I have read, and I have read a lot of them. Adding it to my notes with a link back to this thread.
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Regarding compounded supply compounding legality: compounding pharmacies can legally produce semaglutide and tirzepatide while these drugs remain on the FDA shortage list. If/when the shortage resolves, the legal landscape may change.
Stay informed. The FDA shortage list is updated regularly. Current status as of my last check: semaglutide still in shortage, tirzepatide removed from shortage list. This directly impacts compounding availability.
Dr.RheumBOS said:Regarding compounded supply compounding legality: compounding pharmacies can legally produce semaglutide and tirzepatide while these drugs remain on…
Adding a me-too, because a thread of one person's experience is not much use. Posting only so the count is not one.