My Review of Fridays: Extra Features, Fast Scheduling, and Tradeoffs to Know
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I try a different GLP-1 provider every month. This is my experience with Fridays.
If you have seen any of my other reviews, you probably know I go into these with a lot of curiosity and a little skepticism. Fridays was interesting to me going in because I had already formed a mental shortcut about them. In my head, Fridays was the provider with more stuff. More features, more services, more options layered on top of the medication experience.
So I wanted to see if that held up once I actually used the product.
For context, these reviews are not sponsored. Fridays is one of many companies partnered with my company and, if you choose them as your provider, GLP Winner may receive compensation, but I’m not writing this to make you upgrade with them (unless they are a good fit for you). I just want you to find the provider that works best for you and hope this gives you a closer look at what this provider offers.
Signing Up and Using the Website
I completed this entire experience on my phone, in a mobile web browser, because that is how most people actually sign up.
Overall, I did not have major complaints with Fridays’ website. It worked. That said, there were some rough edges that annoyed me along the way.
The flow went like this: I filled out a form, answered a series of questions, paid, and then filled out another form. One thing I liked right away was something I have not seen elsewhere. Fridays lets you choose between a text-only appointment or a video visit. I chose video because I wanted the fullest experience possible.
One thing I did not like was how easy it was to skip over important information in the forms. There was a section asking about medications and allergies that shifted from individual questions into a checklist. I moved quickly, like most people do, and accidentally only entered a medication allergy but not the medications I was actually taking.
There was no obvious way to edit that afterward. I only caught it because I recorded and rewatched my reviews. Luckily, because I chose a video appointment, I was able to verbally give the provider my full medication list during the visit. If I had chosen text-only, that could have been more frustrating.
Scheduling and the Video Visit
After completing intake, it was time to schedule the appointment. This was around 9:00 am, and availability was surprisingly open. There were time slots every 10 to 20 minutes throughout the entire day. I realistically could have seen someone within 20 minutes.
Instead, I scheduled a video appointment for 4:30 pm that same evening.
The appointment itself was listed as a 10-minute visit. In reality, we talked for closer to 25 or 30 minutes.
My provider was a nurse practitioner. She was friendly, listened carefully, and answered questions thoroughly. No complaints there.
What stood out most was that she walked me through all of the additive options available. We discussed why different additives might be used, their pros and cons, and then talked through what felt most appropriate for me personally. That level of discussion was a first for me.
If customization and additive options matter a lot to you, this is an area where Fridays clearly leans in.
A Tradeoff to Be Aware Of
There was one downside that stood out during the visit.
I was told by my provider there was not strong consistency month to month in where my medication would come from. The provider explained that the compounding pharmacy could change from one month to the next.
To me, that creates a tradeoff.
On the plus side, you get more flexibility and choice around additives. On the downside, there may be more variability in the compounding pharmacy supplying the medication. Depending on what you value most, that may or may not matter to you.
Shipping and Delivery Timing
I had my appointment at 4:30 pm on a Thursday. The prescription was sent in shortly after. My medication arrived on Monday, right before Christmas.
It shipped from Link Pharmacy in Texas, which was a pharmacy I had not personally received medication from before.
Unboxing and Packaging Experience
The package arrived in an unmarked FedEx bag, with a Styrofoam box inside.
One thing to note is that nowhere on the outer packaging did it say “refrigerate immediately” or indicate that it contained medication. Because it arrived during the holiday rush, the package sat inside my house for several hours before I opened it.
Unless you are specifically watching for a package from Link Pharmacy, it would be easy to overlook.
Inside the box, everything was cold. The ice pack was still very cold even after sitting inside. The Styrofoam box cracked slightly when I opened it, but I did not have concerns that the medication itself was unsafe.
Inside, everything was well organized. The shipment included:
• The medication
• Multiple pages of injection instructions
• Information about the pharmacy
• Instructions on where to report adverse events
• Clear disclosure that the medication is not FDA approved
• Alcohol pads and syringes, more than I would need for this prescription
One thing that caught my attention was the labeling. My prescription said to discard after the fourth injection. Usually, labeling references a time window like 28 days. The beyond-use date was listed at the end of January.
The first place I saw a refrigeration notice was inside the packaging itself, rather than on the outside. That is not unacceptable, but it is something I noticed.
Extra stuff with Fridays
Fridays offers group coaching and 1on1 coaching included in treatment. If you want community while managing a GLP-1 it could be really helpful.
In addition there are included visits with registered dietitians. This is a great option for those who are looking to get more support or wanted to see a dietitian anyway. If you’re getting started on your GLP-1 journey or have been struggling for a while to figure out the right ways to manage your nutrition strategy or side effects, Fridays is a great option.
If you’re just looking for medication and less engagement, Fridays may not be the best fit for you. Their pricing is a lot more competitive at the higher doses.
Final Takeaways So Far
There were no dealbreakers about the shipping or packaging experience. Everything arrived cold and intact. That said, I am not a huge fan of Styrofoam inside plastic, and I am not a fan of completely unmarked shipping for medication that requires refrigeration.
Fridays clearly offers more additive options than any other provider I have personally used. If customization is the most important factor for you, that may be a strong positive.
At the same time, the lack of consistency in compounding pharmacy sourcing is something I personally view as a negative, but which may not be a big deal for others.
I will likely do a part three to cover some of the additional features Fridays offers, like dietitian coaching and other services. I just have not had enough time around the holidays to fully experience those yet.
As always, I do not care who you choose, only that they offer the experience that you want. I want you to understand what actually happens in the real world so you can decide what matters most to you.
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