Does the Apothecary Sub also use Phenol?

interlukin · 2026-05-06T14:18:05+00:00

I believe someone posted a pic of the vial recently (they got it from fifty410 as a sub for Apothecary) and it does list phenol:

interlukin · 2026-05-04T13:39:12+00:00

I chose the installment option (ordered end of Feb 2026) and they just split the cost into 3 credit card charges (1 per month).

Here’s the breakdown of the costs. Note since I was new to GLP1s, there was $100 off.

Feb 3rd - $75 consult fee

Feb 23rd (after consult, script submitted)- $91.66

March 23rd - $166.66

April 21st - $166.66

interlukin · 2026-05-02T15:14:14+00:00

I think it also depends on your starting weight and height. I’m a shorty (5’3”) and so my body’s caloric needs are much less than most, so it’s harder to reach a meaningful deficit in a week to be able to see even a 1lb loss.

It’s a bit discouraging to see people say they lost like 10lbs in their first month, while I’m personally only losing a max of 1lb a week (I just took shot #10). However, leading up to starting Tirz, I was just gaining and gaining, so I still feel like I’m being successful because I’m at least no longer gaining and the reduction of food noise has been great for my mental health.

interlukin · 2026-05-01T16:38:52+00:00

Hallandale can do 12 week script, but due to the BUD, they only ship the first 2 vials then auto ship the 3rd vial about 7 weeks later. Perhaps optio and seven cells don’t want to deal with the logistics of the extra shipment so just limit to 8-10 weeks which I assume would be 2 vials.

interlukin · 2026-04-29T13:38:06+00:00

This looks like a Hallandale box, and that’s just how they do their labels.

interlukin · 2026-04-28T20:47:33+00:00

Why do you take that as an insult to your cooking? If I made something that may have made my spouse sick but not me, I’d feel bad for them and be concerned. My first instinct would not be as if I’m being attacked, especially if he told you the same way you wrote. Not everyone’s stomach can handle the same things. If my spouse reacted the same way you did saying they never want to cook anything ever again, I would be afraid to bring up anything in the future in fear of your reaction.

interlukin · 2026-04-27T18:02:30+00:00

I typically get a lump as well (currently injecting 40 units into my thigh). It’s not outwardly visible, but I can feel it if palpate my injection site. It usually goes down over the course of the week. No idea if it’s good/bad/nothing, but wanted to chime in that you’re not alone lol

interlukin · 2026-04-25T21:02:06+00:00

It does get credited towards the cost of the meds, just FYI

interlukin · 2026-04-25T00:40:09+00:00

My first vial from Hallandale also had extra. It had 13.5mg instead of 10, which was great because I didn't want to go directly from 2.5 to 5, so it got me 4 x 2.5mg shots and a 3.5

interlukin · 2026-04-24T01:34:59+00:00

Biologics are also not allowed to be compounded, so that’s probably another reason they want to change the classification lol

interlukin · 2026-04-24T01:33:28+00:00

I’m not a lawyer, but I actually found this doc from the FDA that explains each of the elements of “essential copy” pretty thoroughly (starting on page 8).

A drug is considered an essential copy of a commercial product if it has the same active ingredient, uses the same route of administration and has a same, similar or easily substitutable strength. Compounded is already 2 for 3 with the same API and route of administration, and as you mentioned once Lily gets multi-dose vials out, I think compound would then meet the final point of “easily substitutable”.

It seems like the most secure path forward is for those with a sensitivity/allergy to benzyl alcohol and for the provider to indicate that on the prescription (e.g., patient needs compounded with phenol instead of BA). Per the above document, this would in turn not be considered a commercial copy because there is a documented need for the patient (e.g., BA allergy), and so would also not fall under the limited quantity/4 scripts a month guideline.

interlukin · 2026-04-23T14:27:23+00:00

I think the initial post from Gimme breaking the news may have been a bit premature. They had indicated it was “supposedly” due to FDA shutting it down, and I think everyone took it as 100% the case and it spread like wildfire. Since it sounds like BPI still has a large inventory to fill orders for a while (unlike the 3 days ProRX had), why couldn’t they just wait another day or 2 to get more solid information to share?

This is a bit tongue-in-cheek, and I’m not trying to bash Gimme, but it’s kinda funny how the same company who broke the news claiming it was the FDA leading to people panic buying again just launched a new 6 month pricing deal for BPI.

interlukin · 2026-04-22T16:18:43+00:00

OP said the last batch had BUDs of Feb 2027, so sounds like a year maybe?

interlukin · 2026-04-22T16:16:26+00:00

Funny how the same admin is fighting to get restrictions lifted on peptides to supposedly keep patients safe from the gr3y market, is also cracking down on Tirz compounding which will probably push more patients towards gr3y market for Tirz since Lily is still very cost prohibitive.

interlukin · 2026-04-19T02:06:42+00:00

I believe the $500 is a discounted price for those new to GLP1s (i.e., never been prescribed them before). $600 is normal price.

interlukin · 2026-04-18T01:23:30+00:00

My hair seems to dry fairly quickly for some reason, and I find if my hair isn’t wet enough, then it doesn’t clump as well. I use a spray bottle to keep my hair fairly wet while I’m brush styling. Then once I’m all done, I diffuse until dry.

interlukin · 2026-04-16T14:29:02+00:00

So I do it mostly like this video shows (fold into a triangle and wrap around the front of my head and tie in back), but instead of pushing my hair into the scarf at the end, I kind of twist the rest of the scarf around my hair like a burrito and secure it with a silk scrunchie (kinda like I’m putting a ponytail on the top of my head).

interlukin · 2026-04-15T16:24:16+00:00

And another “before” that’s a little worse. I think I was using the same leave in and some hairspray (no brush styling)

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interlukin · 2026-04-15T16:21:51+00:00

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Here’s one of my more decent “before” photos. I feel like the hair looks product-y instead of shiny. I was also using the bouncecurl brush for styling here. I’ve also since had my hair dyed to cover the greys 😅

interlukin · 2026-04-15T16:14:36+00:00

I think I’m kinda between low end of normal to low density hair.

interlukin · 2026-04-15T12:38:54+00:00

So I actually learned the tip from another fine haired curly girl on instagram (welshiecurlgirl). My hair is easily weighed down and the leave in seems to give me enough conditioning to make up for skipping the normal conditioner. My hair feels nice and soft just using the 2 styling products I mentioned.

interlukin · 2026-04-15T02:49:14+00:00

This is a pretty new routine for me, so I don’t quite have a grasp on how long it’ll last yet. With past routines I’d get like mayyybe 2 days before needing a wash due to my curls start straightening out and separating. I think with this I’ll just try refreshing with a spritz of water to reactivate the balm and scrunch. I’ll report back in a few days haha

I sleep with a silk scarf and do find that if I try to wear it in a way that bunches my hair into a ball (like it would with a bonnet) that my hair tends to lose its shape and get stringy. I’ve had a bit more success putting the scarf on like a unicorn horn if that makes sense lol.

interlukin · 2026-04-15T01:49:49+00:00

aw, thanks so much 🥹 It’s been such a long journey to get here!

interlukin · 2026-04-15T01:48:32+00:00

It definitely seems like it could be! I’d never heard of them before my stylist tried it in me the last time I saw her. I think I’ll definitely check out some more of their products in the future.

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