What is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 recemptor agonist that was FDA approved for chronic weight management in 2021. We have GLP-1 receptors in our body already, so an agonist means it aids in helping this receptor. This medication increases insulin secretion which is good for Diabetics. In higher doses it acts on centers of the gut and brain to help with appetite suppression. Used in conjunction with diet and exercise of course, Semaglutide could be your answer to losing the weight you have been holding onto.

At Jluxe, we know some people struggle with weight loss even after diet and exercise. Things like genetics, underlying conditions like PCOS, hormones, environmental factors can all affect and make weight loss difficult. Semaglutide can be a good option while practicing lifestyle changes for effective weight loss.

Who can benefit from Semaglutide?

  • Patients with insulin resistance

  • Diabetic patients

  • PCOS – Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients

  • Endometriosis

  • BMI > than 28 or 29

  • Alcoholic/Addiction patients

  • Menopausal patients with unwanted weight gain

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Potential Side Effects of Semaglutide: We try to aid in suppressing common side effects by SLOWLY increasing your dosage every week until we get to desired dosage. With this titration, we do emphasize to patients that it is typically 8-12 weeks before seeing desired weight loss effects. It is IMPERATIVE that you get labs done at a local lab (lab corp or Quest) to rule out any underlying issues before taking the medication.

The most common side effects include: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Constipation, Stomach pain, Headache, Fatigue, Dizziness, Bloating, Gas and heartburn.

More serious side effects consist of: Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), Gallbladder problems, Kidney Problems, Allergic Reactions, Increased heart rate, Depression.

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