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Your guide to beginning your peptide journey safely and legally. We'll help you understand your options and find the right path.
Important: This page focuses on FDA-approved peptides available through licensed telehealth providers. Research peptides require different sourcing and carry additional risks.Read our full disclaimer.
How to Get Started
Follow these steps to begin your peptide journey safely and effectively.
Educate Yourself
Learn about different peptides, their effects, and what aligns with your goals.
Take our quizConsult a Provider
Talk to a licensed healthcare provider about whether peptides are right for you.
View providersGet Lab Work
Most providers require baseline bloodwork to ensure safety and monitor progress.
Learn moreStart Your Protocol
Begin with proper dosing, follow medical guidance, and track your progress.
View guidesYour Options
There are different ways to access peptides depending on what you're looking for.
Telehealth Providers
Licensed online clinics that prescribe FDA-approved peptides like semaglutide and tirzepatide. Legal, safe, and medically supervised.
Local Clinics
In-person medical clinics, anti-aging centers, or hormone specialists who can prescribe and monitor peptide therapy.
Research Peptides
Peptides sold for "research purposes only" (BPC-157, TB-500, etc.). Legal gray area — not FDA approved for human use.
Telehealth Providers
Licensed telehealth platforms that prescribe FDA-approved weight loss peptides. Consult with real doctors from home.
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PopularMajor telehealth platform offering GLP-1 weight loss programs with semaglutide.
Calibrate
PopularMetabolic health company focused on sustainable weight loss with GLP-1 medications.
Found
Personalized weight loss programs with prescription medications when appropriate.
Hims/Hers
Popular telehealth platform now offering weight loss programs with GLP-1s.
Push Health
Connect with licensed providers for various telehealth prescriptions.
Henry Meds
Specializes in weight loss medications including compounded options.
* We may receive compensation from some providers listed above. This doesn't affect our recommendations — we only list services we'd recommend regardless.
What to Expect
Timeline
- • Consultation: Same day to 48 hours
- • Prescription: 1-3 days after approval
- • Delivery: 3-7 days typically
- • First results: 2-4 weeks
- • Full effects: 3-6 months
Costs
- • Telehealth consult: $0-99
- • Monthly medication: $150-500
- • Lab work: $50-200 (often included)
- • Some insurance coverage possible
- • Compounded options often cheaper
Requirements
- • BMI requirements (usually 27-30+)
- • Medical history review
- • No contraindicated conditions
- • Baseline lab work
- • Ongoing check-ins
Success Tips
- • Start with lowest dose
- • Titrate slowly to reduce sides
- • Stay hydrated
- • Prioritize protein intake
- • Exercise for muscle retention
Not Sure Which Peptide Is Right?
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