Weight Loss Injections
The Skinny on gLP-1
WHAT IS gLP-1 AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
It is a prescription injection medication that’s been proven to help overweight adults lose weight and keep it off. By mimicking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) in the body, it can increase insulin secretion and slow down gastric emptying – or how fast your stomach empties food. You feel fuller longer, which helps you eat less and lose weight in the process!
GLP-1 is a powerful appetite suppressant!
Glp-1 is a once weekly, prescription only injectable solution. For your initial visit, Dr. Zieber will consult with you to determine if this powerful pepdite is a good option for you and provide you with a plan and a goal. We understand that each patient is unique and therefore each plan is customizable. Paperwork will be filled out and we will carefully screen and evaluate your current medical history, medications you take, etc. As a precaution we will draw your blood to verify normal liver and kidney function. This is an additional step we perform as your health is our number one concern. If you are a good candidate we will give you your first injection and you will return every 7 days for another injection.
Benefits
- Well Tolerated
- Non-habit forming
- Not a stimulant
- Few Side Effects
How much weight can I lose ?
You can lose 1-3 pounds per week on average when used alone, however, those who incorporate healthy lifestyle changes such as a balanced diet and regular physical activity may lose more.
How often do I get Injections?
Injections are given once a week. When you arrive at our office, one of our trained medical staff will administer the injection.
Are there any side effects?
Common side effects may occur, but typically within 4-6 weeks they subside as your body gets used to the medication.
Common side effects are:
Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Headaches, Fatigue, Dizziness, Gastroenteritis
You are most likely to experience side effects with higher doses. For most people the side effects subside over time, typically within 4 to 6 weeks as your body gets used to the medication. Nausea tends to be more common when taking higher doses. Eating smaller meals, avoiding high fat foods, and remaining upright after eating helps manage potential nausea. Fatigue is common as you eat less and should also subside as your body adjusts to changes in your diet.
Is GLP-1 the same as Wegovy or Ozempic?
Yes. Both Wegovy™ and Ozempic® are branded medicines made by Novo Nordisk, a Danish multinational pharmaceutical company. Both Wegovy™ and Ozempic® contain this GLP-1 peptide and should not be used while taking other GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Please visit our office for a consultation with Dr. Robert Zieber to determine if you are a candidate.
If you are a candidate, you will be weighed, measured and receive your first injection. The injection doesn't hurt and is very tolerable. The dosage of medication will be gradually increased over the course of 16 to 20 weeks to avoid any side effects.
We will provide you with a food guide to speed up the rate at which you lose weight. We offer additional injectable nutrients here at De Luz that you might want to incorporate to boost your results such as B-12 and Glutathione.
You will come for injections once a week, preferably the same day each week, any time of the day, with or without food. No need to make an appointment, just stop in!
Warnings and Precautions
Clients with these conditions should consult with their Primary Care Physician before starting any new medications and discontinue use if conditions worsen.
- Personal or family history of certain types of thyroid cancer - specifically thyroid C-cell tumors such as medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
- Patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- History of angioedema
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar)
- Pancreatitis
- Gallbladder disease
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Renal failure, renal impairment
- Acute kidney injury
- Depression, Schizophrenia, suicidal ideation
- Geriatric (over the age of 65 especially at risk for hypoglycemic episodes)
De Luz Medical Aesthetics requires all medical weight loss clients to have a complete metabolic panel at their first appointment.
We provide this service at no additional cost.
Pricing: $80-155 per injection based on dosage.
