Semaglutide is a prescription medication used for medical weight loss that helps regulate appetite, control blood sugar levels, and promote significant weight reduction in individuals with obesity or overweight conditions.
GLP1 medications treat obesity and decreases the risks caused by obesity.
GLP1 medications are weight loss medications received by weekly injections.
GLP1 medications are FDA approved for weight loss.
GLP1 medications are more effective than all prior weight loss medications!
Who Can Take GLP1 Medication?
Adult patients with an initial body mass index (BMI) of
30 kg/m2 or greater (obesity).
27 kg/m2 or greater (overweight) in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbid condition (e.g., hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia).
How Does GLP1 Medication Work?
Slows down stomach emptying so that after eating, you feel full longer.
Suppresses appetite and food cravings (on average patients eat ~30% less).
Lowers blood glucose levels (without making glucose levels too low).