Originally used as a treatment for diabetes, Semaglutide has now been approved by the FDA for weight loss management. Known as a GLP-1 receptor agonists, Semaglutide mimics a naturally released hormone in the gastrointestinal tract in response to eating. It triggers the release of insulin by the pancreas, which slows the stomach from emptying leading to feeling full longer. Semaglutide also affects parts of the brain that reduce appetite and signal a feeling of fullness.

Semaglutide is administered weekly via a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection. Doses begin at 0.25mg weekly for 4 weeks, then titrated up monthly (up to 2.4mg weekly). Dosing is individually based and can be determined and closely monitored by one of our healthcare professionals.

At Reach Revive, we have 2 options for administration.

1) Schedule a weekly appointment and one of our healthcare professionals will administer your Semaglutide.

2) Schedule an appointment to pick up 4 prefilled weekly syringes of your prescribed dose and administer to yourself at your convenience. This option allows you to pick up monthly.

Yes, as with every medication, there are some side effects.

Common side effects include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, heart burn, and burping. By slowly increasing the dosage monthly, we hope to minimize these side effects.

Some side effects are more serious and Semaglutide should be stopped immediately and you should contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention.

Serious side effects include but are not limited to:

*ongoing pain that begins in the upper left or middle of the stomach but may spread to the back, with or without vomiting

*rash; itching; swelling of the eyes, face, mouth, tongue, or throat; or difficulty breathing or swallowing

*decreased urination; or swelling of legs, ankles, or feet

*vision changes

*fainting or dizziness

*pain in upper stomach; yellowing of skin or eyes; fever; or clay-colored stools

*rapid heartbeat

*dizziness, light-headedness, sweating, confusion or drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, slurred speech, shakiness, fast heartbeat, anxiety or irritability or mood changes, hunger, weakness, or feeling jittery

The FDA recommends Semaglutide for anyone who has a BMI>27 with at least one weight related condition, such as high blood pressure OR anyone with a BMI>30.

*History or family history of medullary thyroid cancer

*History of gallbladder disease

*History of pancreatitis

*Multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2)

*If you are allergic to Semaglutide or similar products

*Pregnant or breastfeeding

In order to get started on Semaglutide, we ask all clients to fill out a health history questionnaire and submit all recent lab work (preferably within the last 6 months, but no longer than a year) prior to your appointment. All information will be reviewed and approved by our Nurse Practitioner.

If you have been prescribed Semaglutide by your healthcare provider, please let our team know. We may be able to accept a copy of your prescription in lieu of required paperwork.