Losing Weight Without the Expensive Name-Brand Meds
Semaglutide, found in Wegovy®, Ozempic®, and other diabetes and weight-loss medications, is a synthetic drug that mimics the effects of the naturally occurring hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). GLP-1 is released in the stomach after eating and helps regulate blood sugar and appetite.
But what if you can’t afford those expensive brands? Fortunately, Everglow Medical Spa offers liraglutide, a more affordable alternative. Let’s first explore how these weight-loss drugs work.
Traditional Semaglutide Medication
Semaglutide’s effectiveness stems from its interaction with the body’s natural processes. The medication works in three ways:
- Appetite regulation: Semaglutide helps regulate appetite by acting on the brain’s hunger centers. It promotes satiety, thereby reducing overall food intake.
- Slowed gastric emptying: Semaglutide can slow gastric emptying, resulting in a prolonged feeling of fullness and reduced food intake.
- Calories burned: Some studies suggest that semaglutide may increase energy expenditure, thereby contributing to weight loss.
People taking semaglutide have, on average, lost up to 15% of their body weight. They report that “food noise” is reduced, they’re less hungry, and their blood sugar is easier to manage.
Semaglutide medications are very popular for their impressive results. However, this medication can be expensive, especially if you don’t have insurance or need to take it long-term.
A More Accessible and Affordable Alternative
A more budget-friendly weight-loss option we offer at Everglow Medical Spa in West Chester is liraglutide, which contains the same active ingredient as Ozempic® and Wegovy® and works similarly. Specifically, liraglutide mimics hormones that regulate appetite and digestion, potentially aiding weight loss when combined with diet and exercise.
People may take liraglutide instead of a brand-name version that’s often unavailable or in short supply. Liraglutide is also more suitable for patients who are allergic to ingredients in brand-name products or if the brand-name product can’t meet their needs.
Liraglutide from Everglow comes in vials and requires users to measure each dose, while name-brand versions are delivered via an auto-injector with premeasured doses. While an auto-injector may seem convenient, vial dosing allows you to receive the exact amount of medication that meets your needs, something an auto-injector can’t do.
Other advantages of getting liraglutide from us include
- Easier access. It can be easier to get liraglutide at Everglow than to get brand-name semaglutide from your primary care physician’s office.
- More widely available. Unlike brand-name semaglutide, liraglutide is not in short supply.
- Lower cost. Liraglutide is usually less expensive than a prescription for Wegovy or Ozempic from a doctor.
Prioritizing Safety with Liraglutide
To ensure your liraglutide from Everglow Medical Spa is safe, we source it only from one trusted, licensed pharmacy registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). We also provide it with a prescription from our in-house, board-certified obesity medicine physician.
Before prescribing liraglutide, we’ll meet with you to determine whether it’s appropriate for your situation. We’ll thoroughly review your medical history, weight-loss goals, lifestyle factors, and any current medications that may interact with liraglutide.
Once we prescribe liraglutide for you, we’ll provide clear instructions on how to self-administer it. We’ll work with you until you fully understand how to measure and take it correctly. We’ll follow up with you frequently to track your progress and any side effects.
Guided Medical Weight Loss in Cincinnati
If you’re considering working with Everglow Medical Spa to try medical weight loss, we’re happy to provide references from other satisfied patients. For answers to questions or scheduling your initial consultation, reach out via our website or call us at 513.837.4569. Many of our patients have achieved sustainable results with liraglutide, and we’d love the opportunity to help you realize your own success story.