Semaglutide & Tirzepatide Basics
Semaglutide
Our weight loss program’s core treatment revolves around Semaglutide, a groundbreaking GLP-1 receptor agonist. Originally developed to manage Type 2 diabetes, Semaglutide gained attention when patients experienced significant weight loss. This led to extensive research on its potential as a weight-loss treatment.
In a series of clinical trials, known as the STEP Clinical Trials, nearly 90% of participants lost at least 5% of their body weight. At the time, no other weight loss medication showed the level of success that Semaglutide did. As a result, in June 2022, the FDA approved Semaglutide for weight loss. While various branded versions are heavily marketed, they may be difficult to access through pharmacies or covered by insurance.
Semaglutide mimics GLP-1, a natural gut hormone, to deliver the following benefits:
- Increases insulin production
- Decreases glucagon synthesis
- Delays gastric emptying
- Suppresses appetite – It signals the brain that you’re full, allowing you to lose weight without feeling deprived.
The most commonly reported side effects are gastrointestinal, including:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
Other potential side effects include:
- Injection site reactions
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Alcohol intolerance
While not everyone experiences these symptoms, severity can vary between individuals.
At Brichelle Med Spa, we offer MIC-B injections as part of our Weight Loss Program. These injections help minimize Semaglutide’s side effects, boost your energy levels, and enhance the drug’s effectiveness for optimal weight loss results.
Tirzepatide
Tirzepatide is an additional option considered for treatment, typically after Semaglutide has been used or deemed unsuitable. What sets Tirzepatide apart is its dual action as both a GLP-1 receptor agonist and a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonist. This unique mechanism improves blood sugar control and may offer enhanced benefits for weight loss.
Like Semaglutide, Tirzepatide has undergone FDA clinical trials, confirming its effectiveness as a weight loss drug. It is the active ingredient in several brand-name prescriptions you may recognize from media coverage.
Tirzepatide mimics both GIP and GLP-1, two natural hormones in your body, but its effects last longer than your body’s own incretins. This leads to multiple weight loss and metabolic benefits:
- Slower gastric emptying – You feel fuller for longer periods.
- Reduced appetite – You naturally eat less.
- Fewer food cravings
- Improved glucose control – Increased insulin release and reduced liver glucose production lower blood sugar levels.
The side effects of Tirzepatide are similar to those associated with Semaglutide. Common side effects include:
- Abdominal pain
- Burping
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion (dyspepsia)
- Fatigue
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Other reported side effects are:
- Hair loss
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Injection site reactions
- Nausea and vomiting
At Brichelle Med Spa, our MIC-B injections, included in our Weight Loss Program, help mitigate the side effects of Tirzepatide. They also provide an energy boost and enhance the drug’s weight loss effects, making your treatment more comfortable and effective.
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