Hims and Hers, previously one of the highest-volume platforms, faced significant legal and regulatory pressure around its compounded GLP-1 offerings in early 2026 and adjusted its strategy accordingly
Some research protocols have explored doses up to 4.5 mg weekly, which showed slightly greater efficacy in the phase 2 dose-finding trial but also increased side effect burden
The milligram dose is what matters therapeutically, not the volume or units
GLP-1 agonists have a fundamentally lower hypoglycemia risk
Routine blood monitoring for anemia is not required for all patients, but your healthcare provider may recommend testing if you have pre-existing anemia, chronic kidney disease, persistent gastrointestinal symptoms, or other risk factors
However, two types were going to focus on in this blog are Aqualyx and Lemon Bottle Fat Injections