Semaglutide is in the medication classification of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It works by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone in the brain that regulates appetite and food intake. Originally, Semaglutide was developed for diabetics. The drastic weight loss seen in these patients was unbelievable! In 2021, the FDA approved Semaglutide specifically for weight loss under the brand name Wegovy. On average, patients lose 15% of their body weight when taking the weekly Semaglutide injection.

Possible Benefits of Semaglutide:
Semaglutide may reduce appetite, improve control of eating, reduce food cravings, improve insulin resistance, burn fat, increase overall energy levels, and provide real weight loss results up to 2-4 pounds every week. Semaglutide is one of the leading weight loss medications on the market.
Is Semaglutide right for you?
Contraindications of Semaglutide include medullary thyroid cancer, pregnancy, breastfeeding. BMI, health history, and labs are also taken into consideration. Call or text 402-799-1722 to see if you are a candidate.
What are the side effects?
Most common side effects of Semaglutide are gastrointestinal related such as: nausea, vomiting, bloating, constipation, reflux. These symptoms are often temporary and subsides once the body is adjusted to the medication.
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