Investing in your physique: Price vs. Value for money.
| Topics for consideration | What the patient has to pay (Price) | Value received |
|---|---|---|
| Budget per bar | Approximately 2 – 5 baht /week (depending on the brand and dosage) | Effective hunger control Reduce cravings for snacks, which are a major cause of overweight. |
| Medical care. | Examination fees and recommendations. (Included in the package) | Maximum security The doctor will help assess liver and kidney function, as well as any underlying medical conditions, to adjust the medication dosage to best suit the patient's body. |
| Health outcomes | Costs for a 1-3 month course. | Reduce the risk of NCDs (Non-Communicable Diseases). For example, diabetes, high blood pressure, and clogged arteries, which if you actually get sick, the treatment costs will be many times higher than the cost of the pen. |
| confidence | Investing in oneself | Improved personality. Wearing smaller-sized clothes and regaining confidence has had a positive impact on both work and life. |
Warning: "Too cheap" deals can come at a price—your life.
At D' Lovevery Clinic I've seen many patients asking about cheap pens found on online apps. I really want to give you a friendly warning: "The risk of buying drugs at unusually low prices is the most frightening." because:
- Transportation System (Cold Chain): The drug GLP-1 must be stored at the correct temperature. 2-8 degrees Celsius Over time, if transportation is poor, the medication will deteriorate, rendering it ineffective or even causing harmful reactions in the body.
- Risk of counterfeit/illegal drugs: Medications without FDA registration numbers or with unclear origins may contain dangerous substances that damage the nervous system or lead to heart failure.
- Lack of follow-up: Self-medicating without medical supervision can lead to side effects such as severe nausea or pancreatitis, resulting in both financial and health losses for the patient.
The savings of a few hundred or a few thousand baht are not worth the potential health repair costs that could amount to hundreds of thousands of baht. Choose to purchase medication from a reputable medical facility to ensure you receive authentic medication and proper care.
| Minimum Requitrement | Mounjaro | Wegovy (วีโกวี่) | Ozempic (โอเซมปิก) | Saxenda |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generic Name | Tirzepatide | Semaglutide (High dose) | Semaglutide (Lower dose) | Liraglutide |
| Mechanism of action | Dual Agonist (GIP + GLP-1) | GLP-1 Receptor Agonist | GLP-1 Receptor Agonist | GLP-1 Receptor Agonist |
| Frequency of medication administration | Inject once a week. | Inject once a week. | Inject once a week. | Inject daily. |
| Legal indications (FDA) | Diabetes and Weight Loss (Thai/US) | Lose weight directly (Thai/US) | Diabetes (Thai/US) Used for off-label weight loss. | Weight loss (Thai/US) |
| Weight loss effectiveness | Highest (average 15%–22%) | High (average 10%–16%) | Medium-high (average 10%–16%) | Standard (average 5%–8%) |
| Appetite control | See More | High efficiency | High efficiency | Good performance |
| Common side effects | Nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite. | Nausea, vomiting, bloating. | Nausea, constipation, acid reflux. | Nausea, headache, dizziness |
| Medical highlights | Lose the most weight. Equivalent to surgery. | There is supporting research. Directly related to obesity. | Helps control blood sugar and promote weight loss in diabetic patients. | มี Safety Profile Longest lasting (used for a long time) |
| Estimated budget | 13,000 – 25,000 baht per month | 12,000 – 20,000 baht per month | 12,000 – 20,000 baht per month | 8,000 – 12,000 baht per month |
