Semaglutide
Semaglutide is the main ingredient in Ozempic.
We are now offering semaglutide in both injection AND sublingual form!
How does semaglutide work?
Semaglutide is a highly effective medication for anyone seeking to lose weight and control their blood sugar levels. This medicine mimics GLP-1, a naturally produced hormone in the body in response to eating. It induces the release of insulin to help lower blood sugar, and works in your brain to reduce hunger. Semaglutide helps you reduce food intake without unrealistic and unhealthy dieting.
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1 / What are the side effects of semaglutide?
Semaglutide may cause some mild side effects like nausea, bloating, heartburn, and some fatigue. Our semaglutide is specially compounded with Vitamin B6 to help with any nausea. To minimize side effects, our provider will dose each patient individually based on their body, weight loss goals, and effectiveness and increase your dose when you're ready. Major complications from semaglutide are rare but may include pancreatitis, increased risk of thyroid cancer, or severely low blood sugar.
2 / Do you gain weight back after stopping semaglutide?
Yes, it's common to regain some of the weight lost after stopping semaglutide. However, semaglutide is meant for long term usage and patients should not stop taking it until they have built up healthy, maintainable diets and exercise habits. This way, once the medicine is stopped, patients can keep the weight off.
3 / How much do semaglutide shots cost?
Brand name semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) could cost over $1000 each month and insurance does not typically pay for this medicine when prescribed for weight loss. The monthly cost of semaglutide at our clinic is $400 and includes monthly in-person or telehealth visits, all the necessary injection supplies, and access to our doctors and pharmacists who are here for you.
4 / I'm afraid of needles. Do you have any other options?
At Oahu Weight Loss, we know that some patients may be afraid to start their weight loss journey with semaglutide because of injections. We also provide a sublingual liquid form of semaglutide so that you can enjoy a needle-free experience.
5 / What is the difference between sublingual and injectable semaglutide?
Both formulations contain the same active ingredient but there are some differences that may make one option the better one for you. Sublingual semaglutide needs a higher dose because your body does not absorb as much as the injectable form which means it can be more expensive. The sublingual form is taken once daily while the injectable form is taken once weekly. However, the sublingual form does not need to be refrigerated so that gives you better flexibility if you need to travel.