What is the Compounded Semaglutide weight loss shot?
Obesity is a chronic health condition in the United States affecting millions of Americans yearly. Being obese can put you at risk for Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, and Cardiovascular issues. Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication is an injectable (glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1 agonist) medication. GLP-1 medications were initially approved by the FDA to help improve insulin sensitivity in diabetic patients. These patients also lost weight while using these weight loss shots as an added benefit. Patients can lose weight because these weight loss medications allow your body to better use insulin while helping you feel fuller longer. While injecting compounded semaglutide weight loss medication insulin resistance is improved and your food cravings are decreased.
Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication is an injectable medication that is administered once weekly. It can be used by adults with a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 30 mg/kg² alone or 27 mg/kg² with at least one weight-related condition including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, polycystic ovarian disease, and Type 2 diabetes).
Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication should be used in combination with lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet and exercise to maximize the benefits of the medication. Belle Wellness sources Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication from a compounding pharmacy that is heavily regulated by the FDA ensuring a high safety profile for our patients.
How Does Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication Work?
Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication is in the medication class of GLP-1 which is an abbreviation for Glucagon Like Peptide- 1.
GLP-1 is a hormone that helps to suppress your appetite and slows the digestion of food, making you feel fuller for longer periods of time. Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication also increases insulin sensitivity which lowers your blood sugar. All these actions combined helps people lose weight when combined with dietary changes and exercise.
Who should not take Compounded Semaglutide weight loss medication?
Individuals with a history of:
· MEN2 is also known as multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumors in your glands).
· A personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (a type of thyroid cancer).
· A stomach or intestinal disorder.
· History of pancreatitis.
· Kidney disease
· Eye problems caused by diabetes (Retinopathy).
· Pregnant, plan to get pregnant within a couple of months, or are breastfeeding.
In animal studies, compounded semaglutide weight loss medication caused thyroid tumors or thyroid cancer. It is not known whether these effects would occur in people.
Men and women should stop using compounded semaglutide weight loss medication at least 2 months before you plan to get pregnant.
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