Weight Loss Program · GLP-1 Therapy
Lose weight. Keep your muscle.
GLP-1 therapy with clinician oversight, structured follow-up, and optional biomarker monitoring — designed to protect what matters while you lose weight.
Not just a prescription. A monitored protocol.
The reality of GLP-1 without monitoring
Most people who start GLP-1 therapy stop within a year.
Most people don't stop because GLP-1 doesn't work. They stop because of side effects they weren't prepared for, hair loss they blamed on the medication, results that plateaued because an underlying condition went undiagnosed, or because no one helped them adapt once the first month ended.
Avitro's approach: screen before prescribing. Monitor while treating. Support behavior while results are still fragile. Plan for maintenance before the plateau becomes a dropout.
That is why Avitro does not treat GLP-1 as a prescription-only flow. We combine prescribing with screening, monitoring, education, and structured follow-up.
of adults carry H. pylori
silently amplifying GI side effects on GLP-1
develop iron-deficiency hair shedding
often attributed to the medication, not the deficiency
of weight lost can be muscle
without a protein and resistance protocol
The difference monitoring makes
GLP-1 works best with the full picture.
Without monitoring
Muscle loss alongside fat
Up to 30% of weight lost on GLP-1 can be lean muscle without a protein protocol.
Hair shedding
Iron deficiency triggers hair loss in 20–30% of patients — often blamed on the medication.
GI side effects
H. pylori (35–40% of adults¹) can significantly amplify nausea, bloating, and discomfort.
GLP-1 stops working
Undiagnosed hypothyroidism makes GLP-1 ineffective — patients think the drug failed.
Oral contraceptive interaction
Foundayo reduces oral contraceptive absorption. Your clinician needs to know before prescribing.
With Avitro Tier 2
Ferritin screened before starting
We catch iron deficiency before hair shedding begins.
H. pylori tested on day one
We don't prescribe GLP-1 until H. pylori is addressed.
TSH checked before dose
Hypothyroidism identified and managed before prescribing.
Protocol adjusted quarterly
Biomarkers monitored every 3 months. Dose adjusted to your actual biology.
Provider briefed on your full history
Every interaction includes contraindication screening.
¹ CDC. Helicobacter pylori prevalence, United States adults.
Choose your level of care
Start fast, or start smart.
Both tiers are clinician-reviewed. Tier 2 adds diagnostics, structured monitoring, and a more complete protocol.
What's included:
Not included in Tier 1:
Metabolic Protocol
Then $199/mo from month 2 (includes quarterly labs)
Join the waitlist at $149/mo today — $249/$199 pricing activates when labs launch.
Core-5 Lab Panel (launching soon)
Tier 2 is currently in Phase 1 waitlist pricing — you pay $149/mo, same as Quick Start, and keep your spot for the lab panel launch. When labs go live, Tier 2 transitions to $249 for month 1 (includes 5 lab markers — HbA1c, CMP, TSH, H. pylori, Ferritin — that cost $200–400 at retail) and $199/mo from month 2, including quarterly monitoring labs.
Medication is purchased separately
Your Avitro membership covers the clinical service. Medication is prescribed by your clinician and purchased at your pharmacy or via direct delivery.
Prices as of April 2026. Subject to change. Clinician recommends based on your labs, preferences, and medical history.
Monthly clinical progress review·Async clinician messaging·Tier 2 labs launching soon·Electronic Rx to your pharmacy
What we test before you start
Five markers. Everything that matters for GLP-1 safety.
Each one affects whether GLP-1 is safe and effective for you — and what your personalized protocol will look like.
Your average blood sugar over 3 months
Above 6.5% changes your protocol entirely — this is a diabetes threshold that requires a different approach.
Above 6.5% → modified protocol or diabetes referral
Kidney and liver function
eGFR < 45 is a contraindication. ALT > 3× requires a pause before prescribing.
eGFR < 45 → contraindication, refund issued + PCP referral
ALT > 3× → physician review, prescription paused ≤48h
Your thyroid activity
Undiagnosed hypothyroidism makes GLP-1 less effective. Patients often assume the drug failed — when it's thyroid.
0.4–4.0 mIU/L
Abnormal → modified protocol or referral
A common stomach bacteria most people don't know they have
35–40% of US adults carry it.¹ GLP-1 slows stomach emptying — combined with H. pylori, GI side effects can be significantly amplified.
Positive → treatment pathway before GLP-1 begins
How much iron your body has stored
Low ferritin causes hair shedding during weight loss. Almost always blamed on GLP-1. Actually preventable.
Women: 12–150 ng/mL | Men: 12–300 ng/mL
Low → supplementation added to your protocol
Tier 2 labs are launching soon. Join the waitlist and start at $149/mo today.
Your timeline
From questionnaire to prescription — and beyond.
Questionnaire + card authorization
5-minute health questionnaire. Includes: weight, height, auto-BMI, waist circumference, measurement date. Exclusion screening for safety. Your card is held — not charged.
Clinician reviews your intake
A licensed clinician reviews your BMI, contraindications, and history. Decision within 24–48 hours.
Prescription or hold released
Approved → charged + prescription sent electronically via Photon Health. Not approved → hold released, explanation sent, nothing charged.
Medication at your pharmacy or door
Home delivery via LillyDirect or Novo Care Direct. Or pickup at any US pharmacy — your choice at intake.
Monthly progress check-in
5-minute structured check-in each month: weight + waist + side effects + adherence + energy, sleep, mood. Your clinician sees the trend — not just a snapshot.
Tier 2 upgrade offer
Based on your progress, we'll explain what the lab panel would add to your protocol. No pressure — your decision.
Pharmacy options
Branded GLP-1 medications
FDA-approved. Not compounded.
Your clinician recommends based on your labs, history, and preferences. We do not prescribe compounded GLP-1.
Foundayo® (orforglipron)
Oral tablet — no injection required
~$149/mo starter | ~$299/mo maintenance
via LillyDirect or participating pharmacies
First non-peptide oral GLP-1 agonist. Ideal for patients who prefer once-daily oral dosing over weekly injections.
⚠️ Important: Foundayo reduces absorption of oral contraceptives. Your clinician will discuss alternative contraception options during your review.
Wegovy® (semaglutide 2.4mg)
Weekly injection (auto-injector pen)
~$350/mo via Novo Care Direct or pharmacy
The most studied GLP-1 for weight loss with the broadest clinical trial data. Novo Nordisk's dedicated weight loss formulation.
Zepbound® (tirzepatide)
Weekly injection
~$346/mo via LillyDirect or pharmacy
GLP-1 + GIP dual agonist. Highest average weight loss in clinical trials (SURMOUNT). Prescribed for patients where maximum efficacy is prioritized.
Your clinician recommends based on your labs, history, preferences, and any contraindications. You can discuss options during your review.
Branded, FDA-approved only. We do not prescribe compounded GLP-1 medications.
Prices as of April 2026. Subject to change.
Are you eligible for GLP-1 therapy?
GLP-1 is appropriate for adults with:
— or —
GLP-1 is not appropriate with:
Don't know your BMI? We calculate it automatically during your questionnaire. Your eligibility is shown immediately.
We also ask for waist circumference — weight alone doesn't tell the full metabolic story.
Final eligibility is determined by a licensed clinician based on your questionnaire, lab results (Tier 2), and medical history. This page describes general criteria — it does not constitute medical advice or an eligibility decision.
Takes about 5 minutes. No payment until you're approved.
What GLP-1 actually does in your body — and why monitoring matters
How it works
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone your body produces naturally after eating. GLP-1 medications mimic this — signaling fullness, slowing stomach emptying, and reducing appetite signals in the brain.
What to expect
Reduced appetite within 1–2 weeks. Meaningful weight loss around 8–12 weeks. GI side effects (nausea, bloating) are common in the first weeks and usually improve. H. pylori screening significantly reduces avoidable GI risk.
Why weight alone is incomplete
The scale may go down while lean mass drops or waist circumference barely changes. That's why we track both weight and waist — and why muscle-preservation guidance is part of the protocol.
Why planning matters
GLP-1 works best as a monitored protocol — not a standalone script. Monitoring helps with adherence, side effects, body composition, and what comes after the first few months. Planning maintenance from month 3 prevents the most common failure mode.
Ready to start your protocol?
Most patients have a clinician decision within 48 hours. Tier 2 waitlist patients start at $149/mo today and are first in line for the full biomarker-led protocol when labs launch.
$149/mo during Phase 1 waitlist · Tier 2 full pricing ($249 first month, then $199/mo) activates when labs launch
$149/month
Not just approval. Ongoing support for what comes after.