As a psychiatrist, your DEA registration and state medical license allow you to prescribe: FDA-approved weight-loss medications (Wegovy, Saxenda, Contrave, Qsymia) Off-label GLP-1s (though some states like Mississippi have banned off-label use more below) Controlled substances for weight loss (phentermine, etc.) where not prohibited by state law No additional certification is legally required to prescribe obesity drugs
For example, Wegovy is a brand-name drug approved in 2021, while phentermine is a generic drug approved in 1959
If you see any bits in it, or if it looks cloudy, do not use it
Weight loss through semaglutide GLP-1 can have significant positive effects on your overall health
What is the Average Cost of Semaglutide in Houston On average, the cost of semaglutide in Houston ranges between $250 and $1,200 per month , depending on whether youre prescribed a compounded version or a brand-name drug like Wegovy or Ozempic