Maricopa Wellness CenterThe Medical Director of , Dr. Kristina Donnay, DNP, FNP-C, receives many emails asking about aesthetics and wellness. We decided to answer some of the most common questions about Semaglutide weight loss peptide in this article.
Q What is the difference between Ozempic and Semaglutide?
A. Semaglutide was originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes in adults and marketed under the brand name Ozempic. Semaglutide (generic Ozempic) is a drug injected under the skin weekly and is the first drug approved by the FDA for chronic weight management in adults with general obesity since 2014. Semaglutide is used to treat obesity as a chronic metabolic disease, forcing medicine to view obesity as a chronic disease rather than perpetuating the misconception that obesity is a problem that can be overcome by willpower.
Q Will I gain weight if I stop Ozempic or Semaglutide?
A. Semaglutide works by mimicking the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which targets areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake. The drug and drug class are not new, however. This class of GLP-1-like drugs has been used for over 15 years to treat type 2 diabetics.
Semaglutide doesn’t work for everyone, and some chronic conditions make it a poor choice. But, when semaglutide is successful, it can help a person lose 10-20% of their body weight. For many people, the drug seems to work. The results of a clinical trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that the average weight loss was 12.5% compared to the placebo group and that a third of the participants lost 20% of the initial body weight. All anti-obesity medications should be prescribed along with lifestyle changes to maximize benefits.
Q Is the “Ozempic” face real?
A. Yes and no. Rapid weight loss stimulated by Ozempic, Semaglutide or any other means can modify the skin and reduce the volume of fat all over the body, including the face. Thus, weight loss in general can cause sagging skin.
Ways to combat sagging skin include the use of collagen peptides, RF facial treatments, and surgical removal.
At MWC, we recommend the use of our Collagen Peptide Powder and Evoke Treatments.
Maricopa Wellness Center’s Collagen Peptide contains a unique blend of three that are patented and backed by clinical research, showing their effectiveness in supporting collagen production to strengthen bones, joints and improve skin elasticity.
Evoke offers state-of-the-art technology for jowl lifting, collagen strengthening and skin tightening of the face and neck. Evoke is a quick, painless treatment that delivers a naturally younger facial appearance with no downtime.
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You should always speak with your provider before you start, stop, or change any part of your care plan or treatment. This article is not considered medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your provider or dial 911 immediately.
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