Semaglutide

Conveniently located to serve the areas of San Antonio, TX

Medical weight loss solutions have taken the world by storm. Treatments like Ozempic are on everyone’s minds. Dr. Lisa Brostrom at New Image Plastic Surgery is excited to offer Semaglutide injections to facilitate a successful weight loss journey when combined with healthy lifestyle changes.

Contents

1 What are Semaglutide Injections?
2 Who Is a Candidate for Semaglutide Injections?
3 Semaglutide Treatment
4 Semaglutide Injections Results
5 Schedule a Consultation

What are Semaglutide Injections?

Semaglutide is a generic compounded formulation of Ozempic. It provides the same results as Ozempic, but due to its unique formulation, it is generally better tolerated. Semaglutide is a peptide that has traditionally been used for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes. It has been found to successfully assist with weight loss while treating medical problems associated with obesity like high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Subcutaneous injections work to reduce appetite and food cravings by delaying gastric emptying and tricking your brain into thinking you are fuller for longer. This allows you to make healthier food choices by reducing spontaneous and mindless food intake. The result is not only weight loss but a healthier lifestyle.

Who Is a Candidate for Semaglutide Injections?

Ideal candidates for weight loss treatment using Semaglutide injections are adults who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. It is also ideal for those with weight-related health conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. Semaglutide works well for candidates who have been unsuccessful in accomplishing their desired weight loss goals with diet and exercise alone. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Brostrom at New Image Plastic Surgery to determine whether you are a good candidate for Semaglutide injections.

Semaglutide Treatment

Semaglutide treatment consists of a once-weekly injection that is self-administered. During your consultation, you will discuss your lifestyle, habits, and health conditions that may be contributing to your weight gain. Next, Dr. Brostrom will create a custom plan that includes precisely dosing your Semaglutide treatment to achieve your goals while minimizing side effects. You will be given extensive instructions on administering your Semaglutide injections to allow you to continue your treatment from home with confidence. Your results and response to treatment will be closely monitored during follow-up appointments, and dosage adjustments will be made as necessary. Treatment duration and injection frequency can vary from patient to patient.

Semaglutide Injections Results

After starting injections, you may notice feelings of fullness and staying fuller longer. For the first several weeks of treatment, your body will adjust to the reduced food intake, and you may experience mild nausea or fatigue. This will subside as your body becomes familiar with the medication, and adjustments will be made if these side effects persist. Patients should not expect to experience weight loss until after your dose is increased after the first month of treatment. From this point on, patients can expect to lose 1-2 pounds a week when combining healthy lifestyle choices with their Semaglutide treatment. Semaglutide is not meant to be taken long-term. Once you have reached your ideal weight, results must be maintained with a healthy diet, active lifestyle, and health monitoring.