Medications & Dosage

How to Use Injectable GLP-1 Medication

Step-by-step guidance on weekly injection, storage, side-effect management, and how to request a dose adjustment for your WeightWise GLP-1 medication.

Is Oral Semaglutide Still Available?

Oral semaglutide is no longer offered. WeightWise currently provides injectable semaglutide and tirzepatide as the standard of care.

How do I Adjust My Hormone Medication Dosage?

Talk to your doctor before your 3-month follow-up — dosage adjustments must be made under medical supervision.

What is the Difference Between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide?

Semaglutide acts on GLP-1 receptors only; tirzepatide is dual-action (GLP-1 + GIP), often producing greater weight loss in trials.

Where do I Store My Semaglutide / Tirzepatide?

Refrigerate away from light, heat, and freezing. Do not flush unused or expired medication — dispose in the trash.

My Prescribed Hormones Are Causing Me Side Effects — What Should I Do?

Reach out to your provider via the patient portal so they can adjust your dose or recommend ways to manage the side effects.

Why do I Have to Get a 90-Day Supply on My Prescriptions?

Hormone levels need time to stabilize, so we retest after two months to confirm dosage — then no routine bloodwork for a year.

How Long Will it Take Before I Notice if My Prescribed Hormones / Supplements Are Working?

Hormone levels stabilize over time. We retest at the 2-month mark to confirm your dosage.

How do I Request a Prescription Refill?

A refill questionnaire is sent automatically around day 23. Complete it and your provider will send your new prescription.

How do I Request a Refill on My Hormone(s) and / or Supplement(s)?

NimCore medications ship on subscription based on day supply until you pause or cancel. You'll be notified in advance if labs are needed.

If I'm Feeling Nauseous Can I Get a Prescription for Zofran?

Yes — reach out to support and we'll request Zofran from your provider. Include your preferred local pharmacy.

I Thought My Prescription Was Supposed to be for a 90-Day Supply?

Hormone vials don't fit neatly into 90-day amounts. Remaining refills auto-process and ship when due.

My Prescription Vial Looks Underfilled — Is This Correct?

Yes — the number on the vial is its maximum capacity, not the dose dispensed. A 2 mL vial holding 1 mL is correctly filled.

What is Semaglutide (CarniSema)?

CarniSema is Nimbus's compounded GLP-1 combining semaglutide and L-Carnitine for appetite control and fat metabolism support.

What is the Typical Dose of Micro-Dosed Tirzepatide?

Standard 20 units (2mg) weekly; lower option 10 units (1mg) available.

My Prescription for WeightWise Sustain Says 2mls Why Did I Only Get 1ml?

The 2 mL number is the vial's max capacity. The actual dose inside is the correct 1 mL — your prescription is filled correctly.

What is the Typical Dose of Micro-Dosed Semaglutide?

Standard 20 units (0.5mg) weekly; lower option 10 units (0.25mg) available.