Semaglutide is an injectable medication used for treating type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. As a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, Semaglutide helps lower blood sugar levels and reduce appetite.
At Revival Medical Clinic, we provide individualized Semaglutide therapy to help patients better manage their health. By improving glucose control and promoting weight loss, Semaglutide offers various benefits:
Signs and symptoms of Semaglutide deficiency include:
Other indications for Semaglutide therapy are:
Diagnostic tests like A1C, fasting glucose, and C-peptide levels can confirm if someone will benefit from Semaglutide treatment.
Semaglutide is very effective for weight loss and weight maintenance. In clinical trials, people lost 10-15% of their body weight over 15 months.
It reduces appetite by slowing stomach emptying, increasing fullness and altering food cravings. The result - eating less calories without feeling hungry or deprived.
By improving how the body utilizes insulin, Semaglutide lowers blood sugar and A1C levels. Many people are able to reduce reliance on other diabetes medications.
Studies confirm Semaglutide users have:
This leads to much better diabetes control and reduced complications.
Besides weight and glucose changes, Semaglutide provides other meaningful impacts:
People with obesity, diabetes or heart disease gain protection against further progression.
At Revival Medical Clinic, we determine if Semaglutide is appropriate after a thorough health evaluation. Selected patients then undergo an organized process to begin treatment:
We review the patient's:
Then a physician performs a check-up to screen for any contraindications.
Relevant lab tests are ordered, like:
This information verifies the expected benefits and safety of Semaglutide.
If qualified, patients are taught proper injection technique and supplied needed syringes/pen needles.
We carefully explain:
Patients return periodically for weight, blood pressure, and lab test monitoring. Feedback guides medication and lifestyle adjustments.
This allows tracking progress and side effect screening. Dose titration aims for maximum therapeutic response.
We advise patients starting Semaglutide to implement healthy lifestyle changes for best outcomes:
- Follow plant-based, high fiber, lean protein eating plan - Minimize processed/fried foods, salt, sugars and saturated fats - Stay adequately hydrated
- Incorporate 30 minutes daily physical activity - Focus on combination aerobic, strength and flexibility training
- Ensure adequate quality sleep - Manage stress levels with relaxation techniques - Optimize nutrition through vitamins/minerals
With commitment to healthy living, Semaglutide effectiveness is dramatically amplified!
"I lost weight I struggled with for 15 years!" - John, Age 47
I tried different diets with no lasting success. At 270 pounds, simple physical tasks became challenging. Semaglutide curbed my appetite allowing me to reduce calorie intake without being ravenous. Over 7 months I've dropped 85 pounds and gone down 3 pant sizes! My energy has soared and I can exercise vigorously without joint pains. My A1c lowered from 9.1% to 5.6% too! I feel 20 years younger!
"No more insulin injections!" - Emily, Age 55
My diabetes spun out of control when COVID lockdowns caused me to gain 35 pounds. Despite large insulin doses, my sugars stayed way too high, often over 300 mg/dL! Starting Semaglutide allowed me to overhaul my poor pandemic eating habits. As I slowly lost weight, my insulin needs decreased. Now 8 months later, I no longer require any insulin therapy! Plus my cholesterol improved dramatically. I'm so grateful to regain control of my health once again!
| Myth | "Busted" with Facts |
|---|---|
| Semaglutide causes dangerous low blood sugar | Rarely occurs due to built-in glucagon stabilization |
| Weight lost on Semaglutide quickly returns after stopping | Metabolic benefits persist allowing long term maintenance |
| Requires following overly restrictive diet to work | Reduces calorie intake without needing extreme dieting |
| Too costly since not covered by all insurances | Many options exist for financial assistance |
The latest product Wegovy offers a high dose Semaglutide specifically for chronic weight management.
Compounded Semaglutide allows customized strengths and combinations with other peptides promoting better glucose metabolism, nerve health or tissue healing.
Future formulations on the horizon are oral, inhaled, and extended release injectable versions. These will increase convenience, duration of action, patient compliance and outcomes! Revival Medical Clinic keeps current on the latest innovations in hormone therapies to better serve your needs.
| Option | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Self-injected | Lower cost, proper technique easily learned | Twice weekly dosing |
| Prefilled pen | Convenient, simple to use | Large quantity prescriptions |
| Wearable pump | Steady levels, only refill 1-2 times monthly | Higher upfront price |
| Oral | No injections | Lower efficacy, GI side effects common |
| Compounded | Personalized strength/combo | Shorter shelf life |
Overall Semaglutide injections, either through syringes or prefilled pens, provide the best results for most patients. However, individual factors can make another option preferred in select cases. We help determine what is optimal.
Conclusion
Semaglutide therapy supervised by our experienced medical team at Revival Medical Clinic offers life-enhancing benefits for the right patients. We personalize treatment plans to help people lose weight, improve diabetes control, enhance vitality, and reduce disease risks. Contact us for a consultation to see if Semaglutide is right for you!
