There’s no denying it - weight-loss medications like Mounjaro, Wegovy and Saxenda work for a lot of people! GLP-1 medications aid in weight loss by reducing appetite, slowing digestion, and stimulating insulin release. At NYBG, we offer individualized treatment plans and support to help patients lose weight with GLP-1 medications. However, these medications don’t work for everyone.
In clinical trials, more than 13% of participants using Wegovy and 9% of those using Zepbound and Mounjaro were considered “non-responders” to the medications. There are many reasons why someone might not be responding to injectable weight-loss medications.
While oral and injectable weight-loss medications can be an effective short-term strategy, the long-term success and safety are still being researched and are unknown.
Here are some of the reasons these medications may not be working for you and how NYBG’s Medical Weight Loss Program can help.
Giving the Medication Time to Work
The simple answer may be time. On average it takes about 12 weeks to start seeing results from these medications. During the first month, your body is adjusting to the medication. At the two month mark, there are usually early signs of weight loss, but this can vary from person to person. By the 12-week point, most users start to see noticeable weight loss. Someone with a faster metabolism may see quicker results, but if you have a slower metabolism, it might take longer.
Taking the Right Dose
Not seeing the results you were hoping for? You may need your dose adjusted. Typically, users are prescribed a lower dose to get started in order to minimize side effects. The dose gradually increases over time depending on a person’s response to the medication. For some, the lower dose may not be effective and will need to be increased.
Underlying Health Conditions
Health conditions such as hypothyroidism, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and insulin resistance can affect how quickly you see results. These conditions may require additional management alongside the weight-loss medication.
Making Changes to Your Diet and Exercise
Lifestyle changes play a factor in the amount of weight you lose on weight-loss medications. In addition to reducing your caloric intake, you may need to change the foods you eat, like increasing your protein and fiber intake.
Being active can help jumpstart your weight loss while on weight-loss medications. It is also essential to keeping the weight off once you start losing it. Exercise helps speed up your metabolism, which can lead to more weight loss.
NYBG’s medical weight-loss team creates tailor made plans for their patients. If you aren’t seeing results, they can modify your treatment plan, whether it be increasing the dose of medication, switching to another one, or finding another weight-loss solution that works better for you. NYBG provides you with the options you need to be successful in your weight-loss journey.
New York Bariatric Group: The Weight-Loss Leader
NYBG is the leader in comprehensive weight-loss solutions. We are a one-stop shop, offering long-term weight-loss surgery as well as Medically Supervised Weight Loss with oral and injectable medications. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to losing weight. At NYBG, we work with you to customize a weight-loss program that will work best for you.
Oral and injectable weight-loss medications have been shown to be an effective short-term strategy, but the long-term effects and safety is still unknown. With our Medical Weight Loss Program, the ongoing supervision allows doctors to make necessary adjustments to a patient’s treatment plan based on their progress and changes to their health.
Weight-loss surgery is the only proven long-term weight-loss solution. With decades of research, patients have seen sustainable weight loss. We offer multiple weight-loss surgery procedures and our doctors will work with you to find the right option.
Our practice is the best around:
- Over 30 surgeons who are leaders in bariatrics, plastic surgery, and medical weight loss.
- 42,000 successful procedures performed with more being performed every day
- The #1 gastric balloon practice by volume – most balloons placed in the United States
- Access to online seminars, support groups, cooking demos, and Q-and-A sessions
- 100s of videos for patients explaining procedures, answering common questions, and showcasing previous patients
- Multiple offices located in three states; NY, NJ, CT
- Offering in-person and virtual consultations
- Since 2000, we boast over 23 years of success!
All of our hospitals are Metabolic Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) accredited facilities, which is a prestigious designation bestowed upon only the top-quality bariatric programs.
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