They work
Semaglutide (self-pay offers via NovoCare Pharmacy) Ozempic (weekly injection): $199/month for the first 2 fills at 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg, Then $349/month for 0.25/0.5/1 mg
In rare cases patients can experience severe side effects including gastroparesis, acute kidney injury and potentially pancreatitis
This does not mean every patient has the same outcome, but it does mean patients should not stop medication abruptly without discussing nutrition, activity, dose strategy, hunger return, and follow-up with a physician
The sensation typically involves a brief pinch when the needle enters the skin, followed by slight pressure during the injection, and then nothing
However, realistic expectations are importantlifestyle interventions alone typically achieve 3-5% weight loss, considerably less than GLP-1 medications, and maintaining these changes long-term proves difficult for many people