Wegovy® Perscription
Medication
What Is Wegovy® Medication For Weight Loss?
Wegovy® is a medication that is available by prescription and was approved by the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in 2021 to help adults suffering from obesity and its related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and more with weight management.
The active ingredient in Wegovy is Semaglutide, which is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. Semaglutide is also the active ingredient in Ozempic, which has been used to treat patients with type 2 diabetes since 2017. The only significant difference between the two medications is that when used for weight management, the dosing concentration is higher.
The inactive ingredients in Wegovy® include sodium phosphate dibasic dihydrate, sodium chloride, and water.
How Does Wegovy® Promote Weight Loss?
GLP-1 is a hormone naturally created by our body to help regulate blood sugar levels by initiating the release of insulin from the pancreas. Semiglutite (Wegovy®) works in the same way by mimicking our own natural GLP-1 hormone and working with the digestive system to not only control insulin levels but also delay the process of digestion, keeping the stomach full for a longer period of time.
Wegovy® promotes metabolic efficiency and helps patients with appetite control. When used under the supervision of a qualified doctor and in conjunction with key lifestyle changes, which include a healthy low-calorie diet and daily exercise, Wegovy® has demonstrated significant, sustainable weight loss results.
How Do You Use Wegovy®?
Who Is A Candidate For Wegovy®?
Wegovy® May Not Be The Best Choice For You If:
- You are currently using any other form of GLP-1 medication,
- You or a family member have a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
- You currently suffer from the rare genetic disorder MEN2.
- You are allergic to any of the ingredients in Wegovy®.
- You are currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or attempting to get pregnant.
- You have medical conditions related to your kidneys or pancreas.
What Benefits Does Wegovy® Offer For Weight Management?
- Helps keep patients from experiencing hunger pangs, helping them avoid excess calorie intake.
- Decreases the speed of digestion, so food stays in the stomach longer, which helps patients feel full for an extended period of time.
- Helps regulate insulin levels to minimize the volume of fat that is stored by the body and instead encourages the body to process and burn fat for energy.
- Wegovy can help promote significant weight loss, which research has proven to significantly improve weight-related health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes type 2, and cholesterol levels.
Wegovy® Dosing
Ensuring that you are administering the correct amount of Wegovy® medication is made simple with a pre-filled, single-use injector pen. Each month, the patient will receive a set of four single-use injection pens that are prefilled with the correct dosage.
Wegovy® doses begin at.25 mg and work up to 2.4mg gradually over time. The strength of each dose escalates each month until the patient reaches the maximum at five months, where they will remain for the duration of their program. The gradual dosing schedule is done to give the body time to adjust to the medication and to mitigate the severity of the normal side effects of nausea and vomiting.
Are There Side Effects Associated With Wegovy®?
It is normal for medications such as Wegovy® to have some associated side effects. The most well-known and common side effects of Wegovy® include headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, tiredness, and dizziness. To learn more about wegovy please refer to the manufacturer website and patient guide.
Our expert team of KIINILIFE doctors will consult with you to determine if prescription Wegovy® weight loss medication is the best fit for your individual circumstances.
Following the guidance of our knowledgeable medical professionals and the KIINILIFE health coaches will help enhance your weight loss journey in the safest and most effective way possible. We look forward to supporting you in achieving your goals.
