medical weight loss
SEMAGLUTIDE
Semaglutide is an injectable glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist that is administered once weekly. It was originally approved in 2017 at a lower dose under the brand name Ozempic to help control blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes. People taking Ozempic for blood sugar control also tend to lose weight as an additional benefit. Now, semaglutide (under the brand name Wegovy) is FDA approved for weight loss. Semaglutide should be used in combination with lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet, exercise, and other services at DK MED SPA.
TIRZEPATIDE
Tirzepatide is FDA approved with active ingredient Mounjaro®. It is the newest and most effective GLP-1 class medication for lasting weight loss, with patients losing an average of 24.3% of their body weight in 72 weeks combined with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. GLP-1 medications are most effective when combined with daily activity and other services at DK MED SPA. Some of the benefits of Tirzepatide include weight loss, improve blood sugar control, increase satiety and memory, reduce risk of depression, better nutrients absorption, improve lipid profiles, and reduce cardiovascular risk factors.
APPETITE SUPPRESSANTS
DK MED SPA Medical Weight Loss Prescription Program is proud to offer a variety of FDA approved medications for appetite suppression. With 2 out of 3 adults overweight and 1 out of 3 adults obese, the need for weight loss intervention is great. FDA approved medications for weight loss works by suppressing appetite, and this makes it easier to follow your healthy dietary changes and lose weight.
Our Medical Weight Loss program carries:
Phentermine for Weight Loss - Phentermine is the most commonly used appetite suppressant. It is a medication that increases metabolism and reduces hunger. The Phentermine diet pill stimulates the hypothalamus gland and affects certain neurotransmitters to decrease appetite.
Phendimetrazine For Weight Loss - Phendimetrazine is a more potent medication that reduces appetite and increases metabolism. It works by stimulating the central nervous system to increase heart rate and blood pressure while decreasing appetite. Conclusion Appetite suppressants can be a useful adjunct to surgery in the long-term management of obesity. When patients fail to lose the expected amount of weight, or start regaining weight, assessing for uncontrolled hunger is essential.
Diethylpropion For Weight Loss - Diethylpropion has a shorter half-life than phentermine and, therefore, can be used later in the day with less effect on sleep. Available in regular and extended-release tablets.
Phentermine/Topiramate - It combines the FDA appetite suppressant phentermine with topiramate to offer patients long term appetite control. Phentermine reduces hunger by stimulating the hypothalamus to release neurotransmitters. Topiramate is generic for Topamax. Topiramate has a variety of uses including migraine management and as an anticonvulsant. When topiramate is combined with phentermine, appetite control can be extended throughout the day and offer patients better satiety to decrease caloric intake.
Contact us to get on our medical weight loss plan today! Our Medical staff will do a thorough assessment of your past medical history and direct the proper choice of appetite suppressants. All FDA Approved appetite suppressants work best in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise program, and with other services at DK MED SPA.
How does Semaglutide work for weight loss?
GLP-1 is an incretin hormone that plays a role in your appetite and digestion. Incretins, a hormone released by your digestive tract, are sent out by your body after eating a meal. They help lower your blood sugar by triggering insulin release and blocking sugar production. They also slow down how quickly food leaves your stomach (called gastric emptying). The result of these actions causes you to feel full, lowering your appetite and causing you to lose weight. Medications like GLP-1 agonists are referred to as incretin mimetics since they “mimic” these effects.
How is semaglutide dosed?
Semaglutide is given as a once a week injection. It can be given at any time of day, and you can take it with or without food. Semaglutide is typically injected just under the skin (subcutaneously) in your abdomen, upper arm, or thigh. Since semaglutide slows down how quickly food leaves your stomach, you may experience side effects like nausea and vomiting.
Some of the benefits of Semaglutide includes lower blood sugar, reduce body weight, lose weight quickly, maintain positive mood, jumpstart a healthier lifestyle, encourage healthy eating habits, and lowering the risk of Cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke, or heart diseases Once you get started on the medication, our doctors will modify your dose weekly depending on the weight loss and the side effects to help you get the best results.
Are medications good for me? Am I right for appetite suppressants?
Our team is qualified to guide you to the correct medication based on your weight loss goals and medical history. With any medication there are side effects and contraindications, so not everyone can qualify for our medications. However, our provider will review your medical history and perform a physical exam prior to dispensing the medication. Your safety and happiness is our mission! At your visit you will receive a thorough overview of our medications and leave feeling confident with your treatment regimen.
Taking our medications alone will not yield weight loss, there must be unification of behavioral modification, exercise, and caloric restriction to achieve success. With less appetite, reaching your goals is realistic and it makes the entire process more enjoyable. DK MED SPA offers comprehensive programs (in addition to medication) to take your weight loss to the next level!