Semaglutide

What is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a prescription peptide that is used to help people lose weight. It is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, which means that it mimics the effects of a naturally occurring hormone that helps to regulate appetite. Semaglutide is injected once a week and can help people lose an average of 15-20% of their body weight over a 12-month period.

• Semaglutide is a safe and effective medication that has been shown to produce significant weight loss results.
• Semaglutide is a convenient option for patients, as it only needs to be injected once a week.
• Semaglutide can help patients improve their overall health and well-being.

How does Semaglutide work?

Semaglutide mimics the effects of a naturally occurring hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). GLP-1 is produced in the small intestine and helps to regulate appetite, digestion, and blood sugar levels.

Semaglutide works by binding to GLP-1 receptors in the brain and gut. This binding causes a number of effects that lead to weight loss, including:

• Reduced appetite: Semaglutide makes you feel fuller faster, so you eat less overall.
• Slower digestion: Semaglutide slows down the emptying of your stomach, which also helps you feel fuller longer.
• Increased insulin production: Semaglutide helps your pancreas produce more insulin, which helps to lower blood sugar levels.
• Reduced calorie absorption: Semaglutide may also reduce the amount of calories that your body absorbs from food.

What are the common side effects?

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Abdominal pain
• Indigestion
• Flatulence
• Decreased appetite

We slowly titrate up the medications based on the patients symptoms and will work with you to avoid negative effects.

Semaglutide is not right for everyone. It is important to talk to your doctor before taking semaglutide if you have any of the following:

• A history of pancreatitis
• A history of gallbladder disease
• A history of kidney disease
• A history of thyroid cancer
• A history of allergic reactions to other medications
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding

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