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GLP-1 receptor agonists are prescription medications. A licensed provider reviews your history and decides whether treatment is appropriate — no medication is dispensed without one.
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Understand your GLP-1 options before you book a consultation
Take a short, private self-assessment about your weight-management goals and history. You'll get a plain-language summary of what clinicians typically consider — plus a side-by-side look at three licensed telehealth programs.
- No account or payment needed
- No diagnosis, no outcome promises
- Prescription decisions stay with clinicians
- Clear disclosure of how we're paid
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What this page is — and isn't
Education first, no diagnosis
Our quiz is a self-assessment to help you organise your questions before a consultation. It does not diagnose conditions or promise approval.
Independent comparison
We are not a pharmacy or medical practice. We summarise how three telehealth programs work so you can choose where to have your consultation.
How it works
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Answer a few questions
Goals, history, and preferences — about two minutes. No account required.
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See a plain-language summary
What the guidelines generally consider, and what to discuss with a clinician.
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Compare three programs
DirectMed, Medvi, and Trimax side by side, with the differences that actually matter.
Safety information you should read first
- GLP-1 medications are available by prescription only and are intended for specific patient groups, typically alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
- Reported side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, and abdominal pain. Serious risks are described in each product's prescribing information, including boxed warnings for some products.
- These medicines are not appropriate for everyone — including people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and people with certain personal or family medical histories.
- Never buy prescription medication from a source that does not require a consultation with a licensed clinician.
- Report suspected side effects to your clinician and to the FDA MedWatch program.
Common questions
What are GLP-1 medications?
GLP-1 receptor agonists are prescription medicines that mimic a hormone involved in appetite and blood sugar regulation. Some are FDA-approved for chronic weight management in specific patient groups, and they are prescribed alongside diet and physical activity.
Am I eligible?
Eligibility is a clinical decision. Providers typically consider your BMI, weight-related health conditions, medical and family history, current medications, and prior treatments. Only a licensed clinician can determine eligibility.
Are there side effects?
Yes. Commonly reported effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, and abdominal discomfort. Serious risks exist and these medicines are not suitable for everyone, including some people with a history of certain thyroid cancers or pancreatitis. Review the full prescribing information and your own history with a clinician.
How much weight will I lose?
We don't make outcome promises. Results reported in clinical studies vary widely between individuals and depend on the specific medication, dose, adherence, diet, and activity. Some people lose little or no weight, and some stop treatment because of side effects.
Do you sell medication?
No. We publish educational information and comparisons. Any consultation, prescribing, and dispensing happens with the independent telehealth company you choose.