How To Get A Semaglutide Prescription For Weight Loss
Semaglutide is a medication marketed under the brand name Wegovy. It is FDA-approved for weight loss in overweight and obese adults who have weight-related health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. Wegovy is used to lower the risk of cardiovascular problems (heart attack, stroke, or death) in people who have heart disease and are either overweight or obese.
It may also be used to maintain weight loss. Semaglutide works by decreasing appetite and slowing food movement through your body, producing the feeling of fullness. This medication is often used together with diet and exercise. The FDA has approved these three Semaglutide products:
- Ozempic injection and Rybelsus tablets: FDA-approved to reduce blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Ozempic is also approved to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus and known heart disease. This medication is often used together with diet and exercise.
- Wegovy injection:FDA-approved to help adults and children aged 12 years and older with obesity. It also may help some adults with excess weight who have weight-related medical problems to lose weight and keep the weight off. This medication is often used together with diet and exercise.
All three medications are only available with a prescription, and there are no FDA-approved generic versions.
Semaglutide is only available with a prescription from a healthcare professional. If you want to lose weight, talk to your family healthcare provider first. They know your personal and family medical history and can help you create the most suitable weight loss plan. Also, you must meet specific medical criteria to obtain a prescription.
They will do a detailed medical examination to determine if you qualify for a Semaglutide prescription for weight loss. Your healthcare provider may also ask about your lifestyle, diet, exercise habits, and psychological or emotional factors. You will need to provide information about your current weight, medical history, and weight loss goals.
Semaglutide (Wegovy) is primarily recommended for those with a body mass index (BMI) of 27 or greater who have at least one weight-related health problem. It is also recommended for those with a BMI of 30 or greater. Your insurance may cover the cost of Semaglutide if you meet these criteria, although these criteria may vary by brand.
Ozempic and Rybelsus are recommended for use in people with type 2 diabetes. Ozempic has additional FDA approval for lowering the risk of heart problems in people with type 2 diabetes or heart disease. Some healthcare professionals may prescribe Semaglutide for people who do not meet the above criteria, and those prescriptions will not be covered by insurance.
- People who are allergic to Semaglutide, Wegovy, Rybelsus, and Ozempic.
- People with thyroid cancer or a family member who has had thyroid cancer.
- People with endocrine tumors (MEN 2) or a family member who has had these tumors.
- People with stomach or intestine problems.
- People with a history of pancreatitis.
- People with gallbladder disease.
- People with kidney disease.
- People with eye disease or vision problems.
- People with a history of depression or mental health disease.
- People with suicidal thoughts, plans, or who have previously attempted suicide.
- Women who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.
- Women who are breast-feeding.
Side Effects of Semaglutide
You may experience some side effects when you start taking Semaglutide or after increasing the dose. The most common side effects of Semaglutide are:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Gas or burping
- Stomach pain, upset stomach or indigestion, acid reflux
- Stomach flu
- Swelling of your stomach area
- Low blood sugar (in people with diabetes)
- Infection in the nose or throat, sore throat, or common cold symptoms
Semaglutide can interact with diabetes medications such as insulin and those that increase insulin release (such as sulfonylureas). These medicines may increase your risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Semaglutide works by slowing down the movement of food through your body. It may affect the absorption of other medicines. Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines you take or have recently taken.
Semaglutide (Wegovy) is available in a prefilled pen and is injected under the skin. Your healthcare provider will teach you how to prepare and administer the injection. Use as directed according to the prescription label. The injections should be administered once a week. You should continue administering the medication unless your doctor tells you to stop.
The injections are to be administered in the stomach, upper thigh, or upper arm. To minimize discomfort, consider rotating the injection area each time you receive the injection. You must put your used needles and pens in a special sharps container. Your pharmacist may provide one if you do not have a sharps container.
Semaglutide works by slowing down the movement of food through your body. It may affect the absorption of other medicines. Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines you take or have recently taken.
Keep Semaglutide out of the reach of children and pets. Semaglutide should be stored in its original carton in the refrigerator, between 36 F to 46 F (2 C to 8 C). Do not freeze. Unused Wegovy can be stored until the expiration date. If needed, Semaglutide can be stored at room temperature for up to 28 days, as long as the cap has not been removed. Protect it from direct light and heat.
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