Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Asked 4 months ago

Do you need a prescription for ro weight loss?

My friend told me about these 'RO weight loss' supplements she's taking and says they're working for her. I'm also trying to lose weight, but I'm not sure if you need a doctor's prescription for them. Can I just buy them over the counter?

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Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, Ro weight loss programs use prescription medications like GLP-1 agonists. You cannot get these drugs over the counter; a licensed doctor must evaluate your health and write a prescription before you can start.

Siddharth Roy Siddharth Roy Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

When I visited my endocrinologist at Apollo, he strictly warned against buying any weight loss drugs online without a prescription. Ro requires an online doctor's consult to prescribe the right med. Ask a doctor clearly before starting anything.

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Harish Bhatia Harish Bhatia Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Beta, these new online programs might look very attractive, but you must have a doctor's prescription for them. In my life, I have seen that short-cuts for health never work. Trust a real doctor and eat simple food.

Neha Aggarwal Neha Aggarwal Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Please do not try to source any weight loss medicines without a proper doctor's prescription. I once took random weight loss supplements without consulting anyone and ended up with severe gut issues. Always get a proper medical checkup first.

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Priyanka Deshmukh Priyanka Deshmukh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, you absolutely need a prescription for any of those medical weight loss programs. Don't worry, the doctors on those platforms assess your health history first. Just be honest with them and stay safe.

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