Do you accept health insurance?

No, we do not accept health insurance, however our prices are comparable to that of an insurance co-pay. Patients may use their health insurance to complete any laboratory or radiology orders.

How do I schedule an appointment?

For quickest response for appointment availability:

text: 623-377-4336

May also email at:

info@livadawellness.com

Where are you located?

Livada Wellness is located in Arizona. At this time, Livada Wellness can only make appointments for patients in Arizona as medications can only be prescribed to a pharmacy within Arizona. At this time Livada Wellness is only offering appointments via telehealth.

What is semaglutide?

Semaglutide is medication that mimics the GLP-1 hormone causing increased insulin production, lowered glucagon secretion, and decreased appetite. Semaglutide slows intestinal motility so you will feel fuller longer after meals.

Semaglutide is a once weekly injection given at a 45 degree angle in the fatty tissue (subcutaneous) using an insulin needle.

What is the difference between semaglutide and Ozempic?

Semaglutide is the active pharmaceutical ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy. Ozempic (marketed for diabetes) and Wegovy (marketed for weight loss) are the two name brands for semaglutide. The semaglutide packages are shipped from a reputable compounding pharmacy in Arizona.

Who should not take semaglutide?

• Personal or family history of thyroid cancer
• Personal or family history Medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
• Personal or family history of multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2)
• Patients with type 1 diabetes
• Patients who are taking other GLP-1 medications
• Eye disease
• History of pancreatitis
• Kidney disease
• An unusual or allergic reaction to semaglutide, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breast-feeding

How can I safely dispose of used needles/syringes?

If you don’t have access to an FDA-cleared sharps container, you can use a sturdy container that can’t be punctured. One example is a laundry detergent bottle. Use household containers, such as plastic detergent bottles, only if the lid is secured with heavy-duty tape and the words, “Do Not Recycle,” are written on the container with a permanent marker. Never place the container in the recycle bin. Containers can only be disposed of in the trash.

Drawing up semaglutide from vial?

The medication vial will be shipped cold to your house. Semaglutide should be stored in the refrigerator away from light. Patient will be educated on proper technique for drawing medication into the insulin syringe as well as proper technique for self subcutaneous injection. Telehealth (video) or telephone follow-up can be completed for injections.