Semaglutide & Tirzepatide: Medical Weight Loss

The Weight Loss Breakthrough: Semaglutide & Tirzepatide

Two revolutionary medications, Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, have emerged as potential game-changers in the world of weight loss.

What is Semaglutide and Tirzepatide?

Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are a class of revolutionary medications called glucagon- like peptides-1 (GLP-1) that were originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes. During clinical trials, research has shown that patients had significant weight loss, while also improving obesity comorbidities..

Semaglutide & Tirzepatide: How They Work for Weight Loss

Semaglutide & Tirzepatide are GLP-1 agonist that are administered once weekly to help you with long-term and short-term weight management, and improve overall health.

It works by:

  • lowering blood sugar by triggering your body to make your own insulin more effectively and efficiently.

  • activating GLP-1, it can stimulate the body to burn fat for energy, rather than storing it.

  • targeting specific areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake, helping with overall cravings and caloric intake.

  • slowing down how quickly food leaves your stomach (called gastric emptying). The result of these actions causes you to feel full — lowering your appetite and causing you to lose weight.

  • helping you achieve a healthier weight while fostering healthier eating habits.

A study of 1900 participants using Semaglutide for weight loss, showed that participants lost an average of 14.9% in body weight, without a special diet, without an exercise routine, and without additional medication

According to study conducted by The New England Journal of Medicine

Who is a good candidate for Semaglutide or Tirzepatide?

Evaluation with one of our Medical Providers is required to determine eligibility and create a treatment plan.

Adult Male or Female patients who have a BMI that is considered overweight (>27) or obese (>30) with or without co-morbidities.

Who is NOT a good candidate for treatment?

You are not a good candidate for Semaglutide or Tirzepatide if:

  • Personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)

  • Excessive alcoholism or history of pancreatitis.

  • Active Gallbladder disease.

  • Pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to get pregnant.

  • Chronic kidney disease

What are common side effects?

Gastrointestinal (GI) side effects can be most common due to the delay of gastric emptying. Side effects can include nausea, constipation, vomiting, stomach pain, indigestion, GERD, bloating, gas, belching, or gastroenteritis. Other adverse reactions can include headache, fatigue, dizziness, or alopecia.

These side effects are typically mild and tolerable. You may experience these effects more strongly when your provider raises your dose. Individual results and side effects vary.

How are Semaglutide & Tirzepatide administered?

You'll give yourself the injection once a week, on the same day each week. It can be given at any time of day, and you can take it with or without food.

Medication is injected just under the skin (subcutaneously) in the abdomen, back of arm, where you can “pinch” fat.

Our staff teach you how to safely draw up the medication, store, and self inject at home. Patients report no pain and ease of injection.

Tirzepazide has been shown to lose an average of 19%-20% of total body weight in clinical trials

According to a study conducted by The New England Journal of Medicine

How quickly will I lose weight?

Every patients weight loss results and rate of weight loss can vary greatly. The goal is to have limited unfavorable side effects, while losing 1 -2 lbs/week, and feeling the benefits of-less appetite and cravings.

The New England Journal of Medicine conducted a study of over 1900 adults to identify if Semaglutide would actually help in weight loss, and by how much. The participants lost an average of 14.9% in body weight, without a special diet, without an exercise routine, and without additional medication. Tirzepazide has been shown to lose an average of 19%-20% of total body weight in clinical trials.

This is NOT a rapid weight loss program. It is a steady weight loss, which helps you maintain your results at a safe and effective pace.

What will a consult & Treatment include?

  • One of our practitioners will go through a success program with you and go over your weight loss goals, medical history, medications, and do a physical exam.

  • Consents, further education, height and weight, pictures, and measurements will take place.

  • If practitioner and patient decide the program is right for you, we will then provide a medical treatment plan.

  • Weekly injections with our teaching and guidance, which the patient can carry out themselves at home.

  • Weekly communication with your provider via email to ensure progression. Monthly office appointments as needed.

  • We request a most recent physical exam and blood work prior to your appointment. At our providers discretion we will repeat labs as needed. Our lab orders are sent to your local quest diagnostics.

  • Our providers will monitor your progress and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan

FAQs

  • Semaglutide & Tirzepazide has undergone rigorous testing and has been approved by regulatory authorities. However, it's essential to discuss your medical history with one of our healthcare professionals to decide if treatment is right for you.

  • While no specific diet is mandatory, adopting a balanced and healthy eating plan will complement the effects of Semaglutide/Tirzepazide, and contribute to more significant and sustainable weight loss.

  • The duration of treatment can vary from person to person. Your healthcare provider will guide you on the recommended time frame based on your progress and goals.

  • Discuss any combination of treatments or approaches with your healthcare provider to ensure they align with your health and wellness goals.

  • Be sure to eat small frequent meals, lower the amount of alcohol you consume, sit up right after eating, eat slow, and avoid high fatty meals. Bland diets such as bananas, rice, and toast can help with nausea/diarrhea. High fiber foods and increased water in-take can help with constipation. We will provide a list of OTC supplements and medications that you can also take.