Do I Qualify for GLP-1 Weight-Loss Medication?
What providers generally weigh, who may not be a candidate, and how the online intake works.
Before starting any GLP-1 medication, a licensed provider reviews whether it is appropriate for you. Knowing what they generally consider helps you understand the process — and why a legitimate program never prescribes without a review.
This is general information about eligibility. The final decision is always made by a licensed provider based on your individual health.
What providers generally consider
- Your weight history and health goals
- Your medical history, current conditions, and medications
- Any personal or family history that affects whether a GLP-1 is suitable
- How a given molecule is likely to fit your situation and tolerance
Who may not be a candidate
GLP-1 medications are not appropriate for everyone. Certain medical histories, conditions, and medications can make them unsuitable, and pregnancy is a clear exclusion. This is exactly why a provider review exists — to catch what a self-assessment cannot. You must also be 21 or older to use ZENKAI.
About compounded medications
Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide are prepared by state-licensed 503A compounding pharmacies for an individual patient after a provider consultation. They are not FDA-approved, are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness, and are only appropriate when a licensed provider determines they are clinically suitable for you.
How the online intake works
- You complete a medical intake online, including your history and goals.
- A US-licensed provider reviews your information.
- If a GLP-1 is appropriate, the provider issues a prescription; if not, they tell you.
- When prescribed, a state-licensed 503A pharmacy prepares your medication and ships it to your door, with ongoing provider support.
The provider makes the call
ZENKAI is a technology and telehealth platform, not a prescriber. Prescribing and treatment decisions are made independently by licensed providers. Completing an intake does not guarantee a prescription.
See if a GLP-1 is right for you
Complete a short online intake. A US-licensed provider reviews your history and goals — no insurance required.
Start your free assessmentFrequently asked questions
How do I find out if I qualify?
Complete the online medical intake. A US-licensed provider reviews your history and goals and determines whether a GLP-1 is appropriate. If it is not, they will tell you and can discuss alternatives.
Do I need a certain BMI?
Eligibility depends on a provider’s review of your full medical picture, not a single number from a website. A licensed provider makes the determination individually.
Do I need insurance to qualify?
No. ZENKAI programs are cash-pay and do not require insurance. Eligibility is a clinical decision made by a licensed provider, independent of coverage.
This article is for general education and is not medical advice. It does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide are prepared by state-licensed 503A pharmacies, are not FDA-approved, and are only appropriate when a licensed provider determines they are suitable for you. Prescribing and treatment decisions are made independently by licensed providers. You must be 21 or older to use ZENKAI. Results vary.