Oct 28, 2025 at 12:01 AM#11
DeniseRN_TPA — wow. This community is amazing.
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Oct 28, 2025 at 12:18 AM#12
Slightly tangential to 503A vs 503B compounding but ricardo_MIA reminded me — what is the latest on the oral formulations?
I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.
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Oct 28, 2025 at 12:35 AM#13
Thanks for sharing this, ricardo_MIA. A few questions about your 503A vs 503B experience:
- What dose did you start at?
- How long before you noticed side effects improving?
- Did your provider have any specific recommendations about 503A vs 503B?
I am in a similar boat and trying to learn from others' experiences before my next appointment.
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Oct 28, 2025 at 12:52 AM#14
OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on 503A vs 503B compounding .
To answer Dr.RenalNash: yes, I am on compounded sema from a 503B pharmacy.
Quick update: things are still going well. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
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Oct 28, 2025 at 1:09 AM#15
Relevant to 503A vs 503B compounding 6 — here is my latest bloodwork comparison:
Key improvements: A1C 8.4% → 5.5%, triglycerides 205 → 105 mg/dL, hsCRP 8.0 → 1.1 mg/L. All on tirzepatide for 9 months.
The inflammatory marker drop is what impresses me most. Consistent with the SELECT trial's cardiovascular findings.
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