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Looking for weight loss medication, online support, and tailor-made treatment plans to support your weight loss journey? Hers and Eden are a couple of your options.
To help you decide between the two, we’re rounding up everything you need to know about Hers versus Eden for weight loss.
A brief disclaimer before we start: This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or endorsement of one brand over another.
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Here are all the facts upfront. Learn what Hers and Eden offer and what they cost.
Hers | Eden | |
Weight loss medications offered | GLP-1 injections: Ozempic®, Wegovy®, compounded semaglutide
Oral weight loss medications: metformin, naltrexone, topiramate, bupropion. Anti-nausea medication: ondansetron.
| GLP-1 injections: Ozempic, Wegovy, compounded semaglutide, Mounjaro®, Zepbound®, compounded tirzepatide. Oral weight loss medications: metformin, naltrexone, GLP-1 Gummies, compounded semaglutide drops, orlistat, acarbose. |
Other weight loss services offered | Personalized dosing plan, nutrition advice, recipes, fitness content, tracking tools, protein bars/shakes, ongoing access to providers. | Personalized treatment plan, regular check-ins with providers. |
How to get treatment | 100 percent online. Phone and video calls usually not required. | 100 percent online. Some may need lab tests.
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Cost | GLP-1 injections from $165/month (for 12-month plan paid upfront). Oral medications from $69/month. Price includes meds, provider support, app access, etc.. Eligible for HSA/FSA. | GLP-1 injections from $176/month. Oral medications from $95/month.
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Through Hers and Eden, you can access healthcare providers who can write you a prescription for weight loss medication, if suitable for you. A different assortment of medication is available through each platform.
Read on for what’s available and a little background on the meds.
Through Hers, you can get weight loss injections and oral weight loss treatments.
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist) injections available through Hers include:
Ozempic. Ozempic is approved by the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) for patients with type 2 diabetes, but it’s often prescribed off-label for weight loss. This weekly injection works by suppressing appetite and reducing cravings. The active ingredient is semaglutide.
Wegovy. Wegovy contains the active ingredient semaglutide in a higher dose than Ozempic, and it works the same way. It’s FDA-approved for people with excess weight or obesity.
Compounded semaglutide. Compounded semaglutide contains the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy, but it’s not the same FDA-approved medication. It can be more affordable and widely available than brand-name weight loss drugs.
A quick note on compounded medications: They’re not evaluated by the FDA for safety, efficacy, or quality, so you need to get them through trusted sources.
Hers sources ingredients for its compounded semaglutide from FDA-regulated manufacturers and uses FDA-registered 503B compounding pharmacies based in the United States. Each batch of medication is quality-tested. You can get certificates of analysis (CoA) on the Hers app.
Weight loss pills available through Hers include:
Metformin. Metformin is FDA-approved for diabetes but prescribed off-label for loss. It’s a daily pill that can promote weight loss by suppressing appetite.
Naltrexone. Naltrexone is one of the active ingredients in Contrave®, an FDA-approved pill for weight loss. When it’s combined with bupropion, it works by reducing appetite.
Bupropion. Bupropion is an active ingredient in Contrave. It’s an antidepressant (Wellbutrin®) that can be prescribed off-label in combo with other medications to promote weight loss.
Topiramate. Topiramate (brand name Topamax®) is an antiseizure medication sometimes prescribed off-label for weight loss. It works by suppressing appetite and targeting reward pathways in the brain to reduce binge eating.
Through Hers, you can get custom oral weight loss kits with a combination of the above medications tailored to your needs and goals. Your prescriber may also add vitamin B12 if suitable.
If you’re eligible for compounded semaglutide through Hers, your healthcare provider will give you a custom dosing schedule based on your medical history and weight loss goals. The aim of each personalized plan is to minimize side effects and maximize results and health benefits.
You might start on a low dose and increase slowly or a higher dose that increases rapidly, depending on what works best for your body. Your dosing schedule can change down the line.
Nausea is a common side effect of some weight loss medications. To help, Hers offers prescription anti-nausea medication at no extra cost, if the drug is suitable for you.
Your provider may prescribe ondansetron (generic Zofran®), which you can take as and when you need it for nausea relief.
Eden offers weight loss injections and oral weight loss treatments.
Weight loss injections available through Eden include Ozempic, Wegovy, and compounded semaglutide, along with:
Mounjaro. Mounjaro is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes but often prescribed off-label for weight loss. It’s a once-weekly injection that can suppress hunger and increase feelings of fullness. The active ingredient is tirzepatide.
Zepbound. Zepbound also contains the active ingredient tirzepatide. It’s FDA-approved for weight loss in those with a BMI of 30 or more or at least 27 with a weight-related condition like sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, or hypertension (high blood pressure).
Compounded tirzepatide. Compounded tirzepatide uses the same active ingredient as Mounjaro and Zepbound, but it isn’t FDA-approved.
Eden uses compounding pharmacies based in the U.S. for its compounded medications. Medications are quality-tested.
Eden also offers oral weight loss medications, like metformin and naltrexone, plus:
GLP-1 gummies. These gummies contain semaglutide in chewable form.
Compounded semaglutide drops. This is liquid semaglutide you take orally under your tongue via a dropper.
Orlistat. Orlistat (brand name Xenical®) works by stopping the body from absorbing fats from food. This can create a calorie deficit and lead to weight loss.
Acarbose. Acarbose (brand name Precose®) is another diabetes medication sometimes used for weight loss. It can help regulate blood sugar levels (glucose).
Eden offers custom combinations of the above oral medications to support weight loss.
Eden also offers supplements like vitamin B12, inositol (which may improve glucose metabolism and reduce BMI), and acetyl-L-carnitine (which may lower appetite and reduce high cholesterol in those with type 2 diabetes).
Weight loss medications are just one piece of the puzzle. For the best results and long-term weight management, you’ll want to make lifestyle changes, like eating more nutritious foods and getting more physical activity.
Here’s how Hers and Eden can help on that front.
You’ll get a personalized plan from Hers healthcare providers to help you reach your weight loss goals and prevent weight gain after hitting your goals.
You’ll also get access to the Hers app, where you’ll find:
Trackers to hit your goals with protein, hydration, steps, sleep, and weight loss
Nutrition advice tailored to your eating habits (i.e., whether you’re an emotional eater or an automatic eater)
Meal plans and recipes
Behavior-change tools to build healthy habits
Mini-lessons on nutrition, exercise, metabolic health, sleep, mental health, etc.
Unlimited 24/7 messaging with your healthcare provider
Ongoing customer support
Through the Hers app, you can also purchase meal replacement bars and shakes designed for those taking GLP-1s. High in protein and other key nutrients, they can help you feel fuller for longer and hold onto muscle as you lose fat.
Eden offers personalized weight loss plans. You’ll have check-ins with healthcare providers to monitor your progress.
Eden doesn’t currently have an app.
The process is simple for both Hers and Eden. Here’s how it works.
Here’s how Hers weight loss programs work:
Complete an online assessment. Get started with a short online assessment. You’ll answer a few questions about your weight, goals, lifestyle, and medical history.
A healthcare provider will go over your answers. A licensed provider will review your answers and let you know if you’re a good candidate for medication. There’s typically no need for a call or video consultation, though it’s required in some states.
Get a prescription and treatment plan. If eligible, your provider will prescribe weight loss medication and a personalized treatment plan.
Medication shipped to your door. Medication is shipped directly to your door in discreet, temperature-controlled packaging. You’ll get instructions, injection supplies (if needed), and immediate access to the Hers app for additional support.
Get ongoing care. If you have any questions, concerns about side effects, or need prescription tweaks, you can reach out to providers 24/7 via the Hers app.
To get started with Eden, you’ll do a short online assessment and share information about your body weight, goals, and health history. A provider will go over your answers and write you a prescription, if suitable.
You may have to get lab tests in some cases.
You’ll get a personalized weight loss treatment plan with medication delivered to your door. You’ll have regular check-ins with providers.
Now for the numbers. Here’s what you can expect to pay for Hers and Eden weight loss plans.
Hers custom oral medication kits start from $69 a month.
Hers GLP-1 injections start from $165 a month.
You can sign up for a 12-month plan and pay upfront to get the lowest price on Hers compounded semaglutide.
Subscription lengths include:
One month
Three months
Six months
12 months
Both Hers oral weight loss kits and injectable GLP-1s are eligible for health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) reimbursement, depending on the plan you choose. You can use pre-tax dollars to save roughly 30 percent.
Hers costs include:
The initial consultation
Shipping
Tweaks to medication dosage
Ongoing 24/7 access to healthcare providers
Access to the Hers app
Prescription anti-nausea medication (if needed)
You don’t need insurance to access Hers weight loss treatments.
Oral weight loss medications through Eden start from $95 a month. GLP-1 injections through Eden start from $176 a month.
You don’t need insurance to access Eden weight loss treatments.
Subscription lengths vary by medication and can include monthly, quarterly, six-month, or 12-month plans.
The cost of Eden treatments includes the initial consultation, shipping, and check-ins with a provider. The medication price is the same, no matter the dose.
Here’s how the companies compare on shipping.
With Hers, you can get free two-day shipping, but delivery times can vary by state.
Medication is shipped in temperature-controlled packaging to make sure your medication is safe and stable upon arrival. It’s also sent in discreet packaging and delivered directly to your door.
Eden offers free overnight shipping, though delivery times can vary depending on where you live.
That’s the lowdown on Hers versus Eden. Here are the key facts one more time to help you compare the telemedicine platforms:
Medications available. Both Hers and Eden offer access to GLP-1 injections and custom oral weight loss medications. Hers also offers prescription medication to help relieve nausea.
Other weight loss services offered. The Hers app has habit trackers, recipes, educational content, and access to protein shakes and bars. Eden doesn’t have an app.
How they work. The process is similar for both companies. You’ll complete an online consultation. A provider will go over your answers and, if suitable, prescribe medication. Medication is then delivered to your door. With Eden, you may need to get lab tests. You’ll have check-ins with providers for both companies, and you’ll get unlimited 24/7 access to providers through the Hers app.
Cost. GLP-1 injections through Hers start at $165 a month. Custom oral weight loss kits start at $69 a month. GLP-1 injections through Eden start from $176 a month. Oral weight loss medications start from $95 a month. Hers weight loss treatments are eligible for HSA and FSA reimbursement.
You made it. If you want to lose weight, looking into your options is a great first step to taking charge of your overall health.
To learn more about your options with Hers, you can take our free online weight loss assessment to find out which medications might work for you.
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