Semaglutide for Weight Loss
Men and women in Pearland, TX and surrounding Houston area, who want to lose and maintain their weight can benefit from Semaglutide injections at Premier Plastic Surgery.
What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide (also known as Wegovy or Ozempic) is an FDA-approved weight loss medication for chronic weight management. It is sometimes referred to as a GLP-1 medication because it mimics the GLP-1 hormone (glucagon-like peptide-1) and GIP hormone (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide). It effectively decreases appetite and boosts metabolism. Semaglutide is a quick and efficient way to undergo massive weight loss.
Am I a Candidate for Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is made for chronic weight loss management among obese (body mass index/BMI of 30 kg/m2) or greater and overweight (BMI of 27 kg/m2) adults who also have one or more weight-related medical problems. These conditions may include type II diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or high cholesterol. The best candidates for Semaglutide are patients who wish to lose a significant amount of weight and are committed to a healthy lifestyle to maintain their reduced weight.
How Does Semaglutide Work?
Semaglutide mimics two different hormones to successfully help people lose weight and prevent weight regain. GLP-1 is a hormone produced in the intestines and it is mainly responsible for regulating blood sugar and triggering feelings of fullness. Because of this, semaglutide was first made to treat type II diabetes. Semaglutide also mimics the GIP hormone which slows down digestion to reduce appetite. The combination of GLP-1 and GIP hormones makes this an effective medication for many weight loss patients.
Semaglutide will be administered as a once-weekly injection at our office. Patients will start with a dosage of 0.25 mg. The dosage will be increased gradually with a maximum tolerated dose of 2.4 mg. Your doctor will consult with you each week to help track your progress and manage this dosage.
What Makes Semaglutide Different from Other Weight Loss Medications?
Semaglutide is FDA-approved for weight loss management while other medications have off-label use and are only approved for regulation of type II diabetes or have to combine with diet and restrict certain types of food intake in order to achieve weight loss.
How Long Will Semaglutide Last?
Patients can expect to lose up to 20% of their body weight within 68 weeks. These results are long-lasting as long as patients maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine. Your provider at Premier Plastic Surgery will be an active part of your weight loss journey; they can help you develop a balanced diet and recommend exercise programs based on your unique needs.
Schedule a Consultation
Significant weight loss is not easy which is why we are pleased to offer semaglutide to patients in the Pearland and surrounding Houston, TX area. To learn more about how you can benefit from Semaglutide, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our team of medical experts at Premier Plastic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I gain weight after stopping Semaglutide?
Some weight regain is possible after you have stopped Semaglutide. Continuing to eat a healthy diet and exercising regularly will prevent significant weight regain.
Does Semaglutide have side effects?
Some patients have reported nausea, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, acid reflux, and burping while taking Semaglutide. If you have any symptoms, please let us know and we will offer treatments to ease your discomfort.
Who should not take Semaglutide?
Semaglutide should not be used in combination with other GLP-1 receptor agonists. Patients with a personal or family history of acute kidney injury, low blood sugar, gallstones, or pancreatitis should consult with their doctor since Semaglutide might not be right for them.
Can I get tirzepatideSemaglutide without diabetes?
Yes. Semaglutide is approved separately for type II diabetes and chronic weight loss management.
How quickly will I lose weight on Semaglutide?
You should see your weight drop within the first week.
Does insurance pay for Semaglutide?
No, it is considered as self pay treatment.
How much does Semaglutide cost?
It costs about $100 to $150 each injection depending on what program you are on.
Does Semaglutide cause hair loss?
No. Semaglutide does not cause hair loss.
Semaglutide for Weight Loss
Men and women in Pearland, TX and surrounding Houston area, who want to lose and maintain their weight can benefit from Semaglutide injections at Premier Plastic Surgery.
What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide (also known as Wegovy or Ozempic) is an FDA-approved weight loss medication for chronic weight management. It is sometimes referred to as a GLP-1 medication because it mimics the GLP-1 hormone (glucagon-like peptide-1) and GIP hormone (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide). It effectively decreases appetite and boosts metabolism. Semaglutide is a quick and efficient way to undergo massive weight loss.
Am I a Candidate for Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is made for chronic weight loss management among obese (body mass index/BMI of 30 kg/m2) or greater and overweight (BMI of 27 kg/m2) adults who also have one or more weight-related medical problems. These conditions may include type II diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or high cholesterol. The best candidates for Semaglutide are patients who wish to lose a significant amount of weight and are committed to a healthy lifestyle to maintain their reduced weight.
How Does Semaglutide Work?
Semaglutide mimics two different hormones to successfully help people lose weight and prevent weight regain. GLP-1 is a hormone produced in the intestines and it is mainly responsible for regulating blood sugar and triggering feelings of fullness. Because of this, semaglutide was first made to treat type II diabetes. Semaglutide also mimics the GIP hormone which slows down digestion to reduce appetite. The combination of GLP-1 and GIP hormones makes this an effective medication for many weight loss patients.
Semaglutide will be administered as a once-weekly injection at our office. Patients will start with a dosage of 0.25 mg. The dosage will be increased gradually with a maximum tolerated dose of 2.4 mg. Your doctor will consult with you each week to help track your progress and manage this dosage.
What Makes Semaglutide Different from Other Weight Loss Medications?
Semaglutide is FDA-approved for weight loss management while other medications have off-label use and are only approved for regulation of type II diabetes or have to combine with diet and restrict certain types of food intake in order to achieve weight loss.
How Long Will Semaglutide Last?
Patients can expect to lose up to 20% of their body weight within 68 weeks. These results are long-lasting as long as patients maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine. Your provider at Premier Plastic Surgery will be an active part of your weight loss journey; they can help you develop a balanced diet and recommend exercise programs based on your unique needs.
Schedule a Consultation
Significant weight loss is not easy which is why we are pleased to offer semaglutide to patients in the Pearland and surrounding Houston, TX area. To learn more about how you can benefit from Semaglutide, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our team of medical experts at Premier Plastic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I gain weight after stopping Semaglutide?
Some weight regain is possible after you have stopped Semaglutide. Continuing to eat a healthy diet and exercising regularly will prevent significant weight regain.
Does Semaglutide have side effects?
Some patients have reported nausea, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, acid reflux, and burping while taking Semaglutide. If you have any symptoms, please let us know and we will offer treatments to ease your discomfort.
Who should not take Semaglutide?
Semaglutide should not be used in combination with other GLP-1 receptor agonists. Patients with a personal or family history of acute kidney injury, low blood sugar, gallstones, or pancreatitis should consult with their doctor since Semaglutide might not be right for them.
Can I get tirzepatideSemaglutide without diabetes?
Yes. Semaglutide is approved separately for type II diabetes and chronic weight loss management.
How quickly will I lose weight on Semaglutide?
You should see your weight drop within the first week.
Does insurance pay for Semaglutide?
No, it is considered as self pay treatment.
How much does Semaglutide cost?
It costs about $100 to $150 each injection depending on what program you are on.
Does Semaglutide cause hair loss?
No. Semaglutide does not cause hair loss.
