The Vitamin Shoppe Adds TRT Oral Treatment Options to Telehealth Platform

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As men get older, they start producing less testosterone. This cause a variety of changes in older men’s bodies and impact their lifestyles. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is a common treatment for men with lowered levels of testosterone, although like many medical interventions, it can be difficult for people to afford or access these treatments.

The Vitamin Shoppe is expanding the services provided by its telehealth platform to include access to Kyzatrex CIII Capsules, a prescription TRT that can be taken in an oral form.¹

In a press release, The Vitamin Shoppe’s CEO Lee Wright said, “Men's health and testosterone support has been a category of growing interest to our customers, so we're especially pleased to now offer the highly effective and easy-to-use KYZATREX prescription medication to Whole Health Rx patients who can benefit from TRT. Our mission is to grow Whole Health Rx into a full-service health solution provider that can meet more of our customers' wellness needs, building on our strategic partnership with WellSync's innovative telehealth platform and expert network of healthcare professionals and pharmacies. As a pioneer in the wellness space since 1977, The Vitamin Shoppe is uniquely positioned to unite pharmaceutical interventions, such as TRT, with our unmatched expertise in nutrition support and whole-body health."

Mutahir Farhan, MD, is a member of the Vitamin Shoppe’s Wellness Council. In the same press release, said, “Testosterone Replacement Therapy can significantly improve energy levels, muscle mass, and libido in males with a diagnosed deficiency in their testosterone levels. It helps enhance mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being. Additionally, TRT can aid in reducing the risks of cardiovascular diseases by maintaining optimal hormone levels.”

Shalin Shah, CEO of Marius Pharmaceuticals, added, "We are excited that The Vitamin Shoppe is expanding Whole Health Rx to include KYZATREX, offering men a convenient and effective treatment for low testosterone. The data demonstrates that KYZATREX not only provides a safe and effective form of testosterone replacement therapy, but also decreases sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and increases free testosterone levels in the body. By combining the convenience of our oral delivery system with the benefits of testosterone undecanoate, we believe KYZATREX can be transformative for men suffering from testosterone deficiency, addressing the significant drop in testosterone levels among men in the United States over the past few decades."

The Vitamin Shoppe first launched its telehealth service in May of this year,¹ when it had a focus on providing users with access to GLP-1 agonist medications.

At the time, Wright said in a press release, “Whole Health Rx by The Vitamin Shoppe is a meaningful evolution in our company's mission to consistently and comprehensively support the health needs of our customers. As a pioneer in the wellness space since 1977, The Vitamin Shoppe is uniquely positioned to offer a truly holistic approach to weight loss that unites proven pharmaceutical interventions with our unmatched expertise in nutrition support and whole-body health. As we continue to enhance The Vitamin Shoppe's position as the leading destination for lifelong wellness, Whole Health Rx will expand to meet other health needs beyond weight management."

Sources

1. The Vitamin Shoppe® Expands its Whole Health Rx™ Telehealth Offering into Testosterone Replacement Therapy via a Partnership with Marius Pharmaceuticals for its KYZATREX® (Testosterone Undecanoate) CIII Capsules. The Vitamin Shoppe. September 3, 2024. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-vitamin-shoppe-expands-its-whole-health-rx-telehealth-offering-into-testosterone-replacement-therapy-via-a-partnership-with-marius-pharmaceuticals-for-its-kyzatrex-testosterone-undecanoate-ciii-capsules-302236178.html
2. The Vitamin Shoppe® Launches Holistic Telehealth Service Featuring GLP-1 Medications, Including Ozempic®, Mounjaro®, and Low-Cost Semaglutide and Tirzepatide Options. The Vitamin Shoppe. May 8, 2024. Accessed September 3, 2024. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-vitamin-shoppe-launches-holistic-telehealth-service-featuring-glp-1-medications-including-ozempic-mounjaro-and-low-cost-semaglutide-and-tirzepatide-options-302139609.html