What is Semaglutide<\/strong>?<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\nSemaglutide, commonly known as Ozempic or Wegovy, is a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist. It is a medication used for weight management. It reduces appetite by signaling a feeling of fullness.<\/p><\/div>\n\n
Is semaglutide an appropriate option for me? <\/p>\n\n
This can only be decided by you and your clinician. You are always free to bring up semaglutide to your clinician as an option for weight management and discuss if it is an appropriate step for you. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
How do I access semaglutide? <\/strong><\/p>\n\nYour clinician gave you the green light for trying semaglutide for weight loss and sent in a prescription for Ozempic or Wegovy. You may be part of the lucky group with health insurance that will cover medications for obesity and between your insurance overage and the copay savings card, the medication is affordable. If you are not among those lucky few, there are some other options, including compounded semaglutide but you need to do your research and understand the risks of that option. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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