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Semaglutide Dosing Schedule for Weight Loss
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Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy® and Ozempic®, is a diabetes medicine for weight loss that has helped thousands of people achieve their weight loss goals when combined with diet and exercise.
At BMI Doctors, our team of expert doctors will create a personalized semaglutide dosing schedule just for you. We can help you understand the semaglutide dosage chart and find the right semaglutide dose for weight loss.
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Semaglutide Weight Loss Dosage Chart
Understanding Your Semaglutide Dosage Plan
Semaglutide Dosing
- Individual needs and response: Your doctor will personalize your dose based on your weight, health history, and response to the medication.
- Tolerability and side effects: Starting at a lower dose and increasing gradually helps minimize potential side effects.
- Ongoing monitoring and adjustments: Your doctor will monitor your progress and adjust your dose as needed to ensure the best results and minimize side effects.
Side Effects of Semaglutide
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels)
- Injection site reactions
Research-Backed, Doctor Guided
- Marso SP et al. (2016) on Liraglutide and how it affects cardiovascular outcomes.
- Russell-Jones D et al. (2009) compared Liraglutide with other diabetes medications.
- Pratley RE et al. (2011) showed the effectiveness of Liraglutide in controlling blood sugar and reducing weight.
What to Do if You Miss a Dose
- Within a few days: Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Close to the next dose: Skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.
- Never double dose: This increases the risk of side effects.
- Monitor for side effects: Pay attention to any side effects after missing or taking a delayed dose.
Beyond Semaglutide Dosing: Supporting Your Success
Maximizing the Benefits of Semaglutide
- Drug Interactions Page: Learn what may or may not interact with semaglutide here.
- Patient Portal: Log in weekly to track progress, access nutrition guidelines, and connect with our care team for support or questions.
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What Makes Us Different
Comprehensive Lab Testing:
Every plan includes a Quest Diagnostics blood test to ensure safe and effective treatment tailored to your health. Most other practices do NOT offer lab testing.
Real Consultations with Board-Certified Doctors:
Unlike others, we provide one-on-one consultations—not just a questionnaire. That means you will actually meet with one of our Doctors. This does NOT happen with most high-volume practices.
Personalized, High-Quality Care:
Our Doctors make sure that GLP-1 medications are right for you. We prioritize safety and sustainable results over speed or volume.
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