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Eligibility criteria

Eligibility criteria for Weight Loss treatment.

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Written by Hormn
Updated over 4 months ago

To start GLP-1 weight loss treatment with Hormn, you must meet specific medical guidelines.

Who Is Eligible?

You may be eligible if:

  • Your BMI is 27 or higher

  • You do not have any of the medical conditions listed below

Our doctors will review your health questionnaire and confirm your eligibility before prescribing.

Who Should Not Take GLP-1s

GLP-1 medications are not suitable if you have or have had:

  • Medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) or a family history of it

  • Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN2)

  • History of pancreatitis

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding

  • Severe gastrointestinal disease (like gastroparesis)

  • Proliferative diabetic retinopathy or diabetic macular edema

  • Type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis

Use with Caution

Extra care is needed if you have:

  • A history of diabetic eye disease

  • Severe kidney or liver problems

  • Moderate digestive issues (such as reflux or IBS)

Your doctor will assess your individual case to decide what’s safe.

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