FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Why are some peptides not available yet?
The FDA placed a number of commonly used peptides on a restricted list under Category 2 designation. Several are currently being reviewed for reclassification. We'll prescribe them the day it's legal to do so — and not a day before.
How is this different from the gray market?
Sourcing, oversight, and legal exposure — yours and ours. Compounds from gray-market sources have been tested by independent labs and found to have significant potency variance and in some cases contamination. We work only with licensed FDA-registered 503A compounding pharmacies with verified testing documentation.
Do I need labs before my consult?
Not always, but for most protocols your provider will want baseline bloodwork. We can order it, or work with what you already have.
What if I already know what I want?
Tell your provider. They'll evaluate whether it's appropriate for you clinically. This isn't a vending machine — it's a real consult. But we're not going to talk you out of something reasonable just because it's unfamiliar.
Will you prescribe a compound that's still in clinical trials?
No. Compounds with active investigational status from a brand-name sponsor are off the table regardless of how the broader regulatory environment shifts. The legal exposure is unacceptable, and the safety data isn't in yet.
What about compounds that need in-person evaluation?
Some peptide protocols require physical exam, longitudinal lab monitoring, or in-person dose titration that telehealth cannot responsibly provide. We don't prescribe those, and your provider will refer you to in-person care if you'd benefit from one.
Is this covered by insurance?
No. We accept HSA/FSA. We can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement, but most peptide protocols don't qualify for reimbursement under most insurance plans.
What if I already have an underground source I'm using?
Honest answer: we're not going to lecture you. We'd encourage you to stop, because the quality variance is real and the legal exposure on your end is non-trivial. We're here when you're ready for clinical infrastructure around what you're doing.