Semaglutide Injection

Semaglutide Injection

Joy Medical offers Semaglutide injections, a cutting-edge treatment approved by the FDA for chronic weight management and Type 2 diabetes. Initially used for diabetes, Semaglutide has demonstrated remarkable results for weight loss, helping patients lose up to 15% of their body weight when combined with diet and exercise.

This treatment helps regulate appetite, improves blood sugar control, and reduces cardiovascular risks. However, Semaglutide isn’t for everyone, so a medical consultation is essential.

What is Semaglitude?

Semaglitude treats type 2 diabetes. It works by increasing insulin levels in your body, which decreases your blood sugar (glucose). It also reduces the amount of sugar released into the blood and slows down your digestion. It can also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with type 2 diabetes. Changes to diet and exercise are often combined with this medication.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

Common Brand Name: Ozempic

How effective is Semaglutide for weight loss in non-diabetics?

There have been several anti-obesity medications that help suppress appetite and achieve weight loss. But semaglutide performs on a new level.

An early study of 2,000 obese adults compared people using semaglutide plus a diet and exercise program with people who made the same lifestyle changes without semaglutide. After 68 weeks, half of the participants using semaglutide lost 15% of their body weight, and nearly a third lost 20%. Participants who incorporated only lifestyle changes lost about 2.4% of their weight.

Since then, additional studies have shown similar results. But they’ve also revealed that participants tend to regain the weight lost when they stop taking semaglutide.

What are the side effects of Semaglutide injections?

The side effects of semaglutide are typically mild — especially when compared to the complications associated with overweight and obesity.

People taking semaglutide for weight loss may experience:

  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Gastrointestinal issues, such as diarrhea, constipation and gassiness
  • Headache
  • Stomach issues, including nausea, vomiting, pain or distension (bloat)

Gastrointestinal issues are the most common complaint among people just starting semaglutide. The side effects can be reduced by starting with a lower dose and then slowly increasing the amount you take.

Who should (and should not) take Semaglutide for weight loss?

The FDA recommends semaglitude for weight loss if you meet one of the following criteria:

  • Have a body mass index (BMI) of 27kg/m2 or greater and at least one weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol
  • Have a BMI of 30kg/m2 or greater

Avoid semaglutide if you have:

  • History of medullary thyroid cancer
  • History of gallbladder disease
  • History of pancreatitis
  • Multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2)

Contact Us

Ready to explore a breakthrough in weight loss treatment? Semaglutide could be the solution you’ve been looking for. Whether you’re managing obesity or weight-related health conditions, this FDA-approved medication can help you achieve meaningful results when combined with lifestyle changes. Contact Joy Medical today to schedule a consultation and find out if Semaglutide is right for you!

Your health is a lifelong journey; we are here to walk that path with you. Call (818) 464-4870 or complete the Contact Us form to schedule your appointment with Dr. Sheybani, a board-certified internist and primary care physician at Joy Medical Clinic in Sherman Oaks today. Your journey to better health starts now!

Dr. Ali Sheybani at Joy Medical provides comprehensive primary care and medical weight loss in Sherman Oaks, California and surrounding areas.