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Words you may hear
Peptide
Tiny parts link up into a short chain, like beads threaded on a string. The name describes its structure, not what it treats. Insulin is one example.
Peptide medicines
Some are used for diabetes or weight loss. The exact medicine decides which problem it can treat.
FDA
Food and Drug Administration, which reviews medicines in the U.S.
Compounding
Preparing medicine for a patient by making or mixing it to order.
Compounded product status
As of September 26, 2026, compounded products did not have FDA approval.
Telehealth
A remote visit, for example speaking by video with the person treating you.
Prescription
An order for medicine given by a licensed person who treats you. It may be written down or spoken and then put in writing.
Formulary
The list of medicines your insurance plan may pay for, under its rules.
Prior authorization
Approval the plan needs to give before paying for a medicine.
List price
The price published by the maker; it differs from the cash price or insurance price for one person.
Self-pay
Paying for a medicine outside your insurance.
Copay card
An offer to lower what you pay for a medicine billed to insurance. You must meet the card’s rules to use it.
HSA and FSA
Health savings account and flexible spending arrangement: ways to put money aside for medical expenses before tax.
Active ingredient
The substance in a medicine that produces its effect.
NDC
A government directory’s product code; as of September 26, 2026, having one did not establish FDA approval.
MedWatch
The FDA’s program where patients can report a medicine problem.
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