Semaglutide (Wegovy)in NYC & Long Island

If you frequently struggle with weight loss, you may be a good candidate for Semaglutide in New York City, Long Island & New Jersey. Semaglutide is an injectable prescription medication for weight loss in obese adults and teenagers. Semaglutide, the brand name Wegovy, is in the class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, a synthetic version of a naturally occurring hormone called GLP-1.

How Does Semaglutide(Wegovy) Work?

The hormone GLP-1 is active in several brain areas for regulating our food intake. When you take Semaglutide (Wegovy), it activates your GLP-1 receptors, which makes you think you're full. 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.

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How Soon Can I Expect to Lose Weight?

When you begin taking Wegovy in NYC, Long Island, & New Jersey, the first four to twelve weeks are called the induction phase. You'll gradually increase your dose to adjust your body to the medication during this time. Once this induction period is over, the maintenance phase begins, and that's when you can typically expect to start losing weight.

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.

Is Semaglutide Safe?

Yes. Semaglutide is an FDA-approved weight-loss medication, and its safety has been studied in several clinical trials. As long as you use the semaglutide in New York City, Long Island & New Jersey correctly, it's entirely safe to take.

How Do I Take Semaglutide (Wegovy)?

Wegovy is taken by injecting the medication under the skin of your stomach, thigh, or upper arm using a special pen device. It’s important to rotate your injection site each week and avoid injecting the medication into tender, bruised, red, or hard skin. To properly inject Wegovy, you can follow these steps:

Remove the cap from the pen device
Push the pen firmly against your skin and hold it until the yellow bar stops moving
You will hear two clicks: one when the injection begins and another while the injection is in progress
Once the yellow bar has stopped moving, remove the pen from your skin
Dispose of your Wegovy pen in an FDA-cleared sharps disposal container

Risks and Side Effects of Semaglutide (Wegovy)

In some patients, Semaglutide (Wegovy) can cause certain side effects. The most common side effects of the medication include:

Low blood sugar (in patients with type 2 diabetes)
Upset stomach/heartburn
Nausea/vomiting
Diarrhea/constipation
Runny nose
Sore throat
Headache
Dizziness
Tiredness

Semaglutide (Wegovy) can also cause more serious side effects. You should contact your doctor immediately if you encounter any of the following symptoms:

Vision changes
Unusual mood shifts
Pounding heartbeat/chest fluttering
Light-headedness
Swelling or a lump in your neck
Trouble swallowing
Shortness of breath
Severe pain in upper stomach
Fever
Jaundice