Originally developed to manage Type 2 diabetes, Semaglutide has gained recognition for its remarkable weight-loss benefits. Delivered as a simple once-weekly injection, it has been clinically proven to support effective, long-term weight management when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
How Does Semaglutide Work for Weight Loss?
Semaglutide mimics GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), a natural hormone in your body that regulates blood sugar, appetite, and digestion. This multi-faceted approach helps you lose weight by:
- Controlling Appetite: Keeps you feeling fuller for longer after meals.
- Reducing Calories: Decreases hunger and cravings to help you eat less.
- Improving Metabolism: Enhances insulin sensitivity for more efficient energy use.
These combined effects make Semaglutide a powerful ally in achieving your weight-loss goals while improving overall metabolic health.
Who Is Semaglutide Right For?
Semaglutide is recommended for individuals who:
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 27 or higher with weight-related health conditions.
- Have a BMI of 30 or higher and are seeking a medically guided weight loss solution.
- Struggle to achieve or maintain weight loss through diet and exercise alone.
While Semaglutide is an effective aid for weight loss, it’s not a standalone solution. Patients should incorporate a healthy diet and regular physical activity to achieve and maintain lasting results.
Key Advantages of Semaglutide
- Clinically Proven Results: Extensive research shows significant weight loss in patients using Semaglutide.
- Appetite Suppression: Reduces hunger and cravings, making it easier to stick to a calorie-conscious diet.
- Enhanced Metabolic Health: Lowers blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of weight-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
- Sustainable Weight Loss: Encourages gradual, steady progress for long-term success.
- Customizable Treatment: Tailored to your unique weight-loss goals and health needs.
GLP-1 receptor agonists have been shown to facilitate significant weight reduction, typically resulting in an average decrease of 15%-20% of baseline body weight.
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that adults with obesity or overweight who were treated with once-weekly semaglutide achieved a mean weight loss of 14.9% from baseline, with approximately 50% of participants achieving a weight loss of at least 15% and one third losing at least 20% of their baseline weight.
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*Note: We use compounded medication
What to Expect
Dosing Frequency
Semaglutide is typically administered once weekly, ensuring consistent appetite suppression and blood sugar regulation. Your provider at ANEWU Medical Spa will customize your dose and schedule, with regular check-ins to monitor progress and adjust as needed.
Side Effects
While generally well-tolerated, some individuals may experience temporary side effects, including:
- Mild nausea or vomiting
- Digestive changes, such as diarrhea or constipation
- Fatigue or mild headaches
- Occasional dizziness, especially if blood sugar drops too low
These symptoms are often short-lived and resolve as your body adjusts.
Rare Side Effects
- Gallbladder problems
- Jaundice
- Change in vision
- Pancreatitis
- Allergic reaction (rash, itching, swelling, rapid heartbeat, & difficulty breathing)
Contraindications to Semaglutide Treatment
- A personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (thyroid cancer)
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndrome Type 2
- Current pregnancy or planning on getting pregnant while taking Semaglutide.
- If you are diabetic or taking medications to lower your blood sugar levels we advise you to follow up with your prescribing provider as it can cause severe hypoglycemia
- History of pancreatitis
- Severe gastrointestinal disease- since semaglutide slows gastric emptying they are contraindicated in patients with a history of gastroparesis
- Prior history of hypersensitivity reactions to GLP-1 agonists or any of their components
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Severe kidney disease or end-stage renal disease
Caution in patients with a history of gallbladder disease or history of gallstones.
Results Timeline
Clinical studies show patients can lose up to 15% of their body weight when using Semaglutide alongside a healthy lifestyle. Many begin noticing progress within the first month, with significant results typically visible within 3 to 6 months. Full results often take a year of consistent treatment, making Semaglutide an excellent option for long-term weight loss.
How do I get started?
Schedule Consultation
Answer screening questions to see if you may be a candidate for treatment (603-882-9334).
Fax your medical history and recent labs for the provider to review prior to your consultation.
Meet With Our Provider
Discuss your medical history, labs, and health goals along with if additional labs may be needed prior to getting started. Medication dosing and administration are reviewed.
Receive Medication
Medication is delivered to your home from our preferred compounding pharmacy.
Monthly Check-Ins
Return for in-office visits once a month for the first 3-4 months to monitor your weight loss then once every 3 months or more often if needed.
Do I have to take Semaglutide long-term?
Obesity is a chronic long-term complex disease. Each patient is an individual with unique goals and risk factors. While some patients may be able to come off of Semaglutide after achieving their health goals others may continue on the medication dosing less frequently while others may maintain dosing long term.
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Achieve sustainable weight loss and improved health with Semaglutide at ANEWU Medical Spa in Merrimack, NH.