Weight Loss Medications

Because nearly three in four adults in the United States are above a healthy body weight, effective weight loss strategies are vital. At ThriveMD Health Spa in Peachtree City, Georgia, skilled anti-aging experts use weight loss medications to enhance your experience, making it simple to achieve your weight management goals. Schedule an in-person or virtual evaluation at ThriveMD Health Spa by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today. 

What are weight loss medications?

Weight loss medications available at ThriveMD Health Spa include tirzepatide and semaglutide. These medicines aid in weight loss when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise program by helping you feel less hungry.

Tirzepatide

Tirzepatide is an injection designed to treat Type 2 diabetes by enhancing blood sugar control, but it’s also highly effective for weight loss. It’s a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor. Tirzepatide is an injectable medication available with a prescription from a healthcare professional. 

Semaglutide

Like tirzepatide, semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist and weight loss injection. It’s designed for blood sugar control in diabetics and used to reduce the risk of diabetes- or obesity-related complications. When combined with diet and exercise, semaglutide promotes weight loss in individuals with weight-related medical concerns.

What are the benefits of weight loss medications?

Weight loss medicines at ThriveMD Health Spa offer the following benefits and more:

• Easy weight loss
• Reduced appetite
• Greater self-confidence
• More energy
• Improved body composition 

Weight loss medications can also help lower the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and other obesity-related conditions in individuals carrying excess weight.

Am I a candidate for weight loss medications?

Your ThriveMD Health Spa specialist discusses your medical history, weighs you, determines your body mass index (BMI), and checks your blood pressure and other vital signs. They complete a physical exam and may suggest blood testing or other diagnostic tests.

Based on your individualized needs, lifestyle, and goals, your provider creates a customized weight loss plan that’s best suited for you. It may include weight loss medicines, diet and exercise changes, stress reduction, and treatments for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or other obesity-related concerns.

ThriveMD Health Spa specializes in hormone replacement therapy and peptide therapy, both of which can enhance weight loss and optimize body composition.

How are weight loss medications administered?

After receiving a prescription, you can administer tirzepatide or semaglutide under the skin in your upper arm, thigh, or stomach. Administer it once weekly or as directed by your provider. 

Potential side effects linked to weight loss medications may include stomach discomfort or other gastrointestinal conditions. Contact ThriveMD Health Spa if you have questions or concerns or if you develop side effects. 

Schedule an in-person or virtual weight loss evaluation at ThriveMD Health Spa by phone or request one online today to determine which weight loss medication is best suited for you.