What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a modified molecule our bodies make, called a GLP-1 analog. It works by increasing insulin production and lowering glucagon secretion as well as targeting areas in the brain that regulate appetite and food intake. A small change in the molecule allows the drug to last weeks in our bodies rather than the natural version our bodies make, which lasts minutes.
ABOUT SEMAGLUTIDE TREATMENT
How does Semaglutide Work?
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Delays how quickly the stomach digests food, leading to a feeling of fullness and satisfaction with smaller meal sizes
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Slows intestinal motility so you will feel fuller for longer after meals
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Lowers blood sugars, in part by reducing the production of sugar in the liver
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Stimulates insulin secretion by the pancreas
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Decreases inflammation throughout the body, which leads to Adiponectin release and fat lipolvsis
What to Expect from Your Semaglutide Treatment?
Your first step to losing weight with Semaglutide is to get your medical clearance. This often involves getting bloodwork done to determine if you are a good candidate for it. Once medically cleared, we can prescribe the medication and it gets shipped directly to your home along with the needles needed to inject. You will be given a dosage chart that explains how much needs to be injected once weekly. If you do not feel comfortable injecting on yourself, you can bring the medication to our office and we will administer it on you every week.