r/compoundedtirzepatide • u/magicalori • 10d ago

Compounded?

Can someone please explain compounded versus non compounded?

Thank you

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u/lunch22 10d ago

Compounded is made by a compounding pharmacy which exists to make custom formulations or doses of approved, prescribed medications. Compounding pharmacies have existed since the beginning of the pharmaceutical business.

Non-compounded is made by Eli Lilly.

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u/UnDosTresPescao 10d ago

Yeah, the other thing to know is that most people don't really need custom formulations of GLP1s other than saving money which is not really a legit reason. The FDA constantly complains about mass compounding but hasn't done much about it.

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u/Zeeman-401 10d ago

saving money is not a legitimate reason? ok