How Does Semaglutide (Wegovy) Work?

Semaglutide, known as Wegovy, is a hormone that activates GLP-1 receptors in the brain, signaling a feeling of fullness and reducing appetite. As a result, your appetite is reduced, and it becomes much easier to limit your calorie intake.

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How Much Weight Can You Lose With Semaglutide (Wegovy)?

In clinical studies, patients taking Wegovy for 68 weeks lost an average of 35 lbs (15% of their body weight). If you take Semaglutide (Wegovy) for one year, you can likely expect to lose at least 5% of your body weight.

How Soon Can I Expect to Lose Weight with Semaglutide?

When you start taking Semaglutide in NYC, Long Island, and New Jersey, the first four to twelve weeks are known as the induction phase. During this period, you'll gradually increase your dose to help your body adjust to the medication. After the induction phase, you enter the maintenance phase, when you can typically expect to begin losing weight.

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How Often Is Semaglutide (Wegovy) Taken?

Semaglutide (Wegovy) should be taken once each week, on the same day every week. It doesn’t matter what time of the day the medication is taken.

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