Semaglutide GLP-1 Treatment for Weight Loss

You may want to shed excess weight for several reasons, including improving your overall health and boosting your self-confidence. If you struggle to lose weight through conventional methods like a reduced-calorie diet or exercise regimen, semaglutide is an exciting weight loss treatment that can help you attain your goal.

These highly effective, once-weekly semaglutide treatments are helping people from Omaha, Papillion, Elkhorn, and Bennington, NE; Council Bluffs, IA; and surrounding areas regain their health. Our Weight Loss Management Monthly Program ensures patients lose weight consistently and safely.

How Does Semaglutide Work?

Semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 that helps suppress your appetite and regulate blood sugar levels. This medication acts on the centers of the brain, so you don’t overeat during meals and feel satiated for a longer period. A clinical study found that people lost an average of 52 pounds, or about 22.5% of their body weight, using semaglutide. Semaglutide is also part of our Weight Loss Management Monthly Program.

It works to:

• Slow the release of food from the stomach
• Increase feelings of fullness after eating
• Reduce appetite and feelings of hunger
• Decreases appetite, which helps reduce body weight

Although it’s not required with semaglutide, combining this medication with a reduced-calorie diet and a regular workout regimen is also beneficial for long-term weight management.

How Do You Take Semaglutide for Weight Loss?

You will be given weekly injections at our clinic during your treatment. Your provider may start with a low dose and gradually increase to the prescribed dosage to minimize potential side effects. No downtime is needed after the treatment.

What To Expect With Semaglutide Treatment

• Initial visit with a provider and monthly management fee
• Weekly injection in our clinic
• Increase dosing as tolerance improves
• Pay weekly with each injection (Cost is based on dosage.)

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be a good candidate for semaglutide if you are overweight or obese and at risk for weight-related conditions such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol. Your provider will evaluate whether you are a good candidate for this treatment.

Make sure to disclose all current health conditions to your provider at your consultation. Semaglutide is not recommended for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

What Are Some Possible Side Effects?

Below are some common adverse reactions reported in over 5% of patients treated with semaglutide:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation

Call your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any signs of an allergic reaction, including wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat; severe behavioral problems, chest pain or pressure; fast heartbeat, severe dizziness, or passing out; nervousness and excitability; or severe headache.

What’s Next?

Semaglutide treatments are a good option for men and women who struggle to lose weight and are at risk for weight-related conditions. Our experienced and caring team will provide you with a customized treatment plan so you can reach your health goals. To learn more about semaglutide treatments, request a consultation or call us at (402) 408-0017 to schedule an appointment.