What Is Semaglutide and How Does It Work?
If you’ve been trying to manage your weight through diet and exercise but the results aren’t quite what you’ve been hoping for, it may be time to try a new tool. Semaglutide is an injectable drug that was developed to help individuals manage type 2 diabetes, but it has recently exploded in popularity for an off-label use of weight loss. Although it’s not a magic bullet, thousands have jump-started their weight loss progress with the help of weekly injections of semaglutide. We’re pleased to offer this weight loss management tool at our medical spa in Denver, and would love to meet with you to determine if you’re a candidate. Interested in learning more? Here’s an overview of what this medication is and how it works:
The Details
If you haven’t heard of semaglutide, you may have heard of the popular drugs Ozempic and Wegovy. The active ingredient in these injections is semaglutide, which is in a class of medications known as incretin mimetics. Simply put, these drugs work by aiding the pancreas in releasing the correct amount of insulin when blood sugar is high. Semaglutide also slows the movement of food through the stomach, which often leads to decreased appetite and weight loss.
How It’s Used
If you’re interested in semaglutide injections, our med spa team is here to help. We’re proud to offer a high-quality weight loss program, which is overseen by our Medical Director and administered by our on-site Registered Nurse. We’ll start with a free consultation to determine if our weight loss program is the right fit for you.
When you work with us, you’ll come in once per week to receive your injection. We’ll cover all the important details during your initial consultation, but please note that this medication is given on a tapered basis. Because we start out with the smallest dosage to give your body time to acclimate, most clients report that results begin within a few weeks of getting started. We also want to remind patients that while taking semaglutide, you’ll need to continue with lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet and exercise.
At Vive, we offer an excellent array of services to help you achieve optimal wellness. If you’d like some additional help with weight management, semaglutide from our medical spa in Denver may be the catalyst you’ve been waiting for. To learn more about our weight loss program, please contact our team. We look forward to speaking with you and determining whether semaglutide is right for you!
