Frequently Asked Questions

  • Tirzepatide is a once-weekly injection that combines GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists to deliver powerful effects on appetite control and metabolic health. By targeting two key hormonal pathways, tirzepatide offers enhanced benefits for weight management, including reduced food intake and improved blood sugar control.

  • While every person is unique, the target weight loss for tirzepatide patients is 2-3 pounds per week.

  • As with any medication, tirzepatide does have potential side effects, the most common of which are nausea and fatigue. Patients may also experience diarrhea, vomiting, headaches and heartburn. However, the side effects of tirzepatide tend to be milder than those of semaglutide, and our healthcare providers work with patients step-by-step to ensure that they are losing weight in a sustainable way with limited side effects.

  • Semaglutide a once-weekly injectable GLP-1 medication that helps regulate appetite and blood sugar levels. Originally developed to manage type 2 diabetes, it has proven highly effective for weight loss by increasing feelings of fullness and reducing hunger.

  • As with any medication, semaglutide does have potential side effects. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, constipation and diarrhea. Side effects are more common at higher doses, though patients tend to experience fewer side effects the longer they are on the medication. Our healthcare providers customize dosing plans to mitigate side effects.

  • Our program begins with a virtual consultation with a medical provider for an initial evaluation and creation of a weight loss plan. Next, we deliver the medication and all necessary supplies directly to clients, who then comfortably administer the once-weekly injection at their homes. Patients check in with our medical team on a regular cadence to adjust weight loss plans and doses, answer any questions and celebrate progress.

  • Contour Health does not charge for consultations with our medical providers.

  • No, we sell medication by the vial, so patients can be a part of our program with no long-term commitment.

  • We have partnerships with leading 503A accredited compounding pharmacies that are designated by the FDA for home use of medications.

  •  A compounding pharmacy is a specialized pharmacy that creates personalized medications by mixing individual ingredients to tailor them to the specific needs of a patient. This process is known as compounding and involves the preparation, mixing, assembling, packaging, and labeling of a medicine in accordance with a licensed practitioner's prescription.