OrderlyMeds has released a new guide on proper GLP-1 medication doses for weight loss programs.
-- OrderlyMeds has released a video guide explaining the difference between GLP-1 medication units, how doses should be drawn and measured based on the patient’s prescription, and how to differentiate between medication concentrations. The resource is geared towards individuals beginning the company’s medically supervised telehealth weight loss programs and who are new to GLP-1s and similar medications.
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GLP-1 medications are prescribed based on the patient’s current weight, medical history, and health goals following a comprehensive evaluation by medical professionals. These medications are measured in “units”, and in OrderlyMeds’ guide on the topic, Dr. April Foster, a board-certified physician affiliated with the company, explains that units correspond to the numerical markings on the syringe. Dr. Foster notes that medication should be drawn based on exactly what the individual has been prescribed; if the patient is prescribed 50 units of medication, they must draw enough liquid to reach the number “50” on the syringe. These units should not be confused with milligrams, which are a distinct volumetric measurement; drawing based on milligrams or other units will result in inaccurate dosing and decrease the effectiveness of the medication.
Because OrderlyMeds works with a large network of pharmacies, the concentration of the patient’s medication may change depending on which pharmacy fills their prescription, Dr. Foster further clarifies. This will affect the number of units that the individual must take; for example, if a patient is taking 50 units of a 0.25 mg medication and they receive a new shipment of a medication with a higher concentration, they will be prescribed a lower number of units. Dr. Foster emphasizes that the patient must follow the dosage that corresponds with the concentration, as the medication can be dangerous in excess.
To ensure the correct dose, OrderlyMeds says that patients should always double-check their prescription and confirm that the personal information on their package is correct before they begin taking their medication. Patients who are uncertain about their dosage instructions are advised to contact the company’s medical team for clarification.
More information about OrderlyMeds and the weight loss programs it offers is available at https://orderlymeds.com/
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