Semaglutide is an injectable medication used for treating type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. It is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that helps regulate blood sugar levels and appetite.
Semaglutide works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1, which is a hormone released after eating that signals the pancreas to secrete insulin. It helps lower blood sugar in three ways:
For weight loss, semaglutide suppresses appetite by reducing hunger and increasing feelings of fullness. This leads to decreased food intake and potential weight loss over time.
Key benefits of semaglutide:
Here at Hormone Harmony Clinic in Missouri City, we provide customized semaglutide plans to help patients lose weight and improve their diabetes.
We specialize in compounded semaglutide solutions that are created at precise strengths and conveniently delivered in pre-filled syringes or pens based on your needs. This ensures accuracy in dosing and administration.
Compounded semaglutide from Hormone Harmony Clinic offers several key advantages:
Under the guidance of our experienced hormone specialist team, we take a holistic approach to help patients achieve sustainable success with semaglutide therapy based on their unique needs.
The standard semaglutide treatment protocol when starting therapy is as follows:
The gradual titration schedule minimizes side effects while the body adjusts. Once the maintenance dosage is reached after 2 months, patients stay on this dose while monitoring progress.
Doses are never stopped abruptly without medical supervision. The schedule is individualized and we determine the optimal length of therapy based on periodic evaluation of weight loss, A1c levels, lipid profiles, blood pressure changes, and other key markers.
Semaglutide is appropriate for Missouri City patients that meet the following criteria:
Contraindications where semaglutide would not be recommended:
Key things we evaluate before prescribing:
This helps determine if semaglutide is the right fit or if alternative therapies may be safer or more effective given your unique health profile. The end goal is to improve health, quality of life and minimize risks.
Semaglutide was originally developed as a treatment for diabetes, but clinical trials found an unexpected side effect - significant weight loss. Further research showed semaglutide acts on appetite-regulating pathways in the brain, reducing hunger and calorie intake. This led to the approval of a high-dose semaglutide product specifically for chronic weight management in obese or overweight adults.
Exact results will vary person-to-person based on dosage, duration of treatment, and adherence to lifestyle changes.
However, clinical studies found:
For someone 225lbs at baseline, that could mean losing 34-40lbs in 12 months which is significant!
Ongoing results depend on continuing the medication and healthy habits. Maintenance therapy may be warranted to sustain outcomes long-term. We closely monitor progress markers like BMI, body fat percentage, blood sugar changes and more to continually optimize the treatment course.
Aside from the considerable weight loss and A1c lowering, semaglutide conveys additional advantages:
The combination of sustained weight loss, improved cholesterol, and lower blood sugars translates to huge gains reducing likelihoods of stroke, heart attack, and diabetes complications.
During the first 16 weeks on semaglutide, patients usually lose an average of 10-15 pounds mostly due to losing body fat. However, weight loss is quite variable month to month.
Some key patterns we see:
After the first 4 months, weekly weight loss tends to stabilize at around 0.5-1 pound per week on maintenance semaglutide doses along with adopting healthier nutrition and activity levels.
While the scale may move slowly at times, what matters most is the sustainable downward trajectory leading to better health - not overnight results! We track objective body composition changes too.
The most common side effects of semaglutide (especially when first starting) include:
These gastrointestinal effects are most notable with the initial doses and typically resolve over the 4-8 week adjustment phase. Consuming the weekly dose with food and staying well hydrated can minimize discomfort.
We also provide supportive treatments like anti-nausea medication as needed in the short term. Gradual titration according to manufacturer and FDA guidelines ensures better tolerability long-term.
Rarely, semaglutide can produce:
Patients are informed to seek prompt medical attention for severe side effects. We monitor safety through regular lab testing.
Here at Hormone Harmony Clinic in Missouri City, TX, we make semaglutide weight loss journey easier through:
Our board-certified nurse practitioner and dedicated team stay current on the latest diabetes, hormone, and obesity research to provide evidence-based treatments personalized to your health status and goals.
We specialize exclusively in weight management, hormone balance, and preventative wellness - not just primary care. You get access to bona fide obesity medicine and endocrinology expertise.
We utilize advanced testing beyond just stepping on a scale to objectively gauge:
This data helps us accurately assess if treatment plans are working or need adjustment. Testing packages ordered conveniently ahead of appointments.
In addition to semaglutide injections and doctor visits, we provide:
We partner with you on plans also addressing sleep, mental health, and other wellbeing aspects that intersect with weight and hormones.
To troubleshoot challenges that emerge along the way, we are available via:
We make this a collaborative effort every step and tailor frequency of follow-ups to your needs.
Hormone Harmony Clinic verifies your prescription insurance coverage for semaglutide during the initial consultation.
As compounded semaglutide is not an FDA-approved product, coverage varies depending on the plan. We clarify exact out-of-pocket costs beforehand so you can decide if it aligns with your budget.
For those paying directly out-of-pocket without running through insurance:
Actual pricing subject to change over time. We offer flexible payment plan options and financial assistance resources to improve affordability.
We support Missouri City, TX residents exploring compounded semaglutide for weight loss or diabetes concerns.
To get started:
We look forward to helping you improve wellness through customized semaglutide therapy suited to your needs!
Getting tested and addressing hormone deficiencies in a timely manner is critical - yet many people downplay symptoms which delays help.
However, the cascading effects of sustained hormonal imbalances negatively impact nearly every body system over months and years.
Consequences emerge across:
In the case of unmanaged diabetes, high blood sugar slowly damages nerves, blood vessels, organs and alters metabolism for the worse.
What many don’t realize is that hormone issues underlie most chronic diseases. Imbalances often start developing up to 10-20 years before diagnosis of obesity, infertility, fatigue, diabetes, and autoimmunity.
Getting back in balance earlier is key to reverse deterioration and prevent long-term harm. Even if symptoms seem vague initially, trusting your instincts and prioritizing comprehensive lab testing sets you up for better health.
Rather than overlook subtle changes, Hormone Harmony Clinic digs deeper through:
We piece together the big picture to pinpoint where prevention or intervention efforts should start.
The expansive knowledge and clinical experience of our practitioners exposes underlying dysfunction you may not have connected to hormone disorders. We handle complex cases every day.
Our integrative solutions get life back on track through:
Hormone Harmony Clinic individualizes management plans to the unique root causes, gene polymorphisms, and circumstance hindering wellness - not blanket protocols.
We also partner with a wide range of specialists locally to augment care as part of a collaborative team effort.
If you sense something feels off despite normal lab ranges or have conditions that have proven stubborn to resolve, we can help!
