What are GLP-1s?
Semaglutide and Tirzepatide
GLP-1s (glucagon-like peptide-1) are a breakthrough FDA-approved, non-stimulant weight loss medications that may help you lose weight and improve your health. They were approved by the FDA in June of 2021 for chronic weight management when used in combination with a healthy diet and exercise.
The largest clinical trial showed that people taking GLP-1s lost an average of almost 15% of their initial body weight - about 12% more than those who didn’t take the medication. This is higher than we tend to see with other weight loss medications.
How Do GLP-1s work?
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a peptide hormone produced in the small intestine that stimulates insulin secretion and inhibits glucagon secretion, slows gastric emptying and regulates appetite - all of which aid in healthy and effective weight loss.
Benefits of GLP-1s
Increased Feelings of Fullness:
GLP-1s slows down gastric motility which results in feeling fuller for longer periods of time.
Decreased Appetite and Cravings:
The GLP-1 hormone decreases appetite and reduces cravings and binge eating. It turns off the "food noice" associated with overeating.
Blood Sugar Regulation and Improvement:
The GLP-1 helps lower your blood sugar by triggering insulin release and blocking sugar production.
Lowers Preference for Fatty Foods:
GLP-1s are associated with a lower preference for high‐fat foods.
Promotes Weight Loss Without an Extreme Diet:
The result of these actions causes you to feel full which in turn decreases your appetite and helps you to lose weight.
** People who should not take this medication include those with a family or personal history or medullary thyroid cancer, MENS2 (multiple endocrine neoplasia
syndrome), kidney disease, and a history of pancreatitis. You cannot use Semaglutide if pregnant, lactating or have Type 1 diabetes.**
Who is a Good Candidate for Medically Managed Weight Loss?
You are a good candidate for Medically Managed Weight Loss if your BMI is greater than 30 or greater than 27 with co-morbitities such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or PCOS.
Treatment Details
Initial Visit: The initial consultation includes a physical exam including your weight and measurements, review of labs, nutritional planning and activity recommendations. If you are a
suitable candidate, a medication regimen will be prescribed and shipped directly to your home. We will provide education on self-administration at the initial consult as well.
A follow-up visit at 2 weeks and then monthly thereafter is required to evaluate your progress and assess for adverse effects. At 2 months your labs will be redrawn.
Cost: Semaglutide: starting at $350 per vial.
Tirzepatide: starting at $395 per vial.
This cost covers everything you need including the medication, needles and syringes shipped to your home. It also includes your initial consultation and follow-up office visits.
We are also available to you via phone/text for any questions or concerns.
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