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The "skinny jab", also called the skinny shot or weight loss jab, is the popular name for GLP-1 weight loss injections such as semaglutide and tirzepatide. At HELiXVi they are prescribed online after a licensed clinician reviews your medical history, with no clinic visit.
The skinny shot, done properly. Personalized care from licensed US clinicians and GLP-1 medication, on its way to you within 24 hours of approval.
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HELiXVi prescribes and ships the skinny jab online, with no clinic visit. A licensed clinician reviews your medical history and health goals, then prescribes from FDA-approved injections including Wegovy®, Zepbound®, Mounjaro® and Ozempic®, or from compounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide tablets, which are prepared by a licensed pharmacy and are not FDA-approved. Medication ships discreetly each month with ongoing clinician support and dose adjustments. GLP-1 medications are prescribed for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or 27 or above with a weight-related health condition, alongside diet and exercise. Treatment requires clinician approval and is not guaranteed.
Every skinny jab is a GLP-1 medication. Wegovy® and Zepbound® are FDA-approved specifically for chronic weight management, while Ozempic® and Mounjaro® are approved for type 2 diabetes and prescribed off-label for weight loss. Wegovy® and Ozempic® both contain semaglutide; Zepbound® and Mounjaro® both contain tirzepatide. A clinician decides whether a branded option, compounded semaglutide or compounded tirzepatide is appropriate based on your history, not on preference alone.
| Medication | Active ingredient | FDA-approved for | How it's taken |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wegovy® | Semaglutide | Chronic weight management | Weekly injection |
| Zepbound® | Tirzepatide | Chronic weight management and obstructive sleep apnoea | Weekly injection |
| Ozempic® | Semaglutide | Type 2 diabetes; prescribed off-label for weight loss | Weekly injection |
| Mounjaro® | Tirzepatide | Type 2 diabetes; prescribed off-label for weight loss | Weekly injection |
| Semaglutide tablets | Semaglutide | Compounded; not FDA-approved | Daily dissolvable tablet |
| Tirzepatide tablets | Tirzepatide | Compounded; not FDA-approved | Daily dissolvable tablet |
Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy and are not FDA-approved. They are not reviewed by the FDA for safety, efficacy or quality, and are prescribed at the discretion of a licensed clinician based on your individual clinical needs.
Wegovy®, Zepbound®, Mounjaro® and Ozempic® are registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers. HELiXVi is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by these manufacturers.
"Skinny jab", "skinny shot" and "weight loss jab" are popular names for GLP-1 weight loss medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide. GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a naturally occurring hormone that regulates appetite and blood sugar. GLP-1 medications mimic this hormone to reduce hunger, slow digestion, and support fat loss.
Take a 5 minute online assessment. A licensed provider reviews your information, prescribes the right treatment if you qualify, and your medication is shipped free to your door.
GLP-1 medications are prescribed for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or 27 or above with a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. A licensed clinician reviews your history and decides. Not everyone qualifies.
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal pain are the most common side effects, especially when starting treatment or increasing a dose. Most ease within a few weeks, and your provider will guide you through them. Serious risks include pancreatitis, gallbladder disease and kidney injury from dehydration. GLP-1 medications carry a boxed warning for thyroid C-cell tumors observed in rodents.
Many patients notice reduced appetite within the first week and visible weight loss within 4 to 6 weeks. In clinical trials, semaglutide and tirzepatide produced average weight reductions of roughly 15% and 20% of body weight respectively, over roughly 68 to 72 weeks alongside diet and exercise. These are trial figures for the medications, not HELiXVi outcome data, and individual results vary.
Compounded GLP-1s are produced in FDA regulated facilities but are not themselves FDA approved. Brand name options like Wegovy® and Zepbound® are FDA approved. Your provider will help you choose the best option for you.
Medication is shipped free in discreet, temperature controlled packaging and is on its way to you within 24 hours of approval.
No. HELiXVi is a cash pay program and does not require insurance.
Yes. There are no contracts. You can pause or cancel your treatment at any time from your patient portal.
Wegovy and Ozempic both contain semaglutide but are approved for different uses. Wegovy is FDA-approved for chronic weight management, while Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes and prescribed off-label for weight loss. They are also dosed differently.
Weight is commonly regained after stopping GLP-1 treatment. Clinical trial follow-up has shown most participants regain a substantial share of lost weight within a year of discontinuing. Discuss any plan to stop with your clinician rather than stopping treatment abruptly.
A licensed clinician reviews your medical history, current weight and health goals to decide whether GLP-1 treatment is appropriate for you. Not everyone qualifies, and treatment is not guaranteed. GLP-1 medications are prescribed alongside diet and exercise, and individual results vary.
While all HELiXVi prescriptions are cash-pay, your insurance may reimburse you for branded options. No insurance is necessary for compounded medications while working toward your goal weight.
After you complete your online visit, our medical providers will review your answers and determine whether treatment may be right for you. If appropriate, you will be prescribed medication which will be shipped right from the pharmacy to your door, on its way within 24 hours of approval.