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[[File:Ozempic® 3ml.jpg|Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy)|thumb]] | [[File:Ozempic® 3ml.jpg|Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy)|thumb]] | ||
[[Semaglutide]], marketed under the brand name Wegovy, is a weight loss injection that is similar to Liraglutide. It works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1 to help regulate blood sugar levels and control appetite. Semaglutide is an injectable medication that is administered once weekly. W8MD can help patients determine if Semaglutide is right for them, and provide guidance and support throughout the weight loss journey. | [[Semaglutide]], marketed under the brand name Wegovy, is a weight loss injection that is similar to Liraglutide. It works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1 to help regulate blood sugar levels and control appetite. Semaglutide is an injectable medication that is administered once weekly. W8MD can help patients determine if Semaglutide is right for them, and provide guidance and support throughout the weight loss journey. | ||
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===Liraglutide (Saxenda)=== | ===Liraglutide (Saxenda)=== | ||
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[[Liraglutide]], marketed under the brand name [[Saxenda]], is a weight loss injection that works by mimicking the effects of a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). GLP-1 regulates blood sugar levels and helps to control appetite. Saxenda is an injectable medication that is administered once daily. W8MD can help patients determine if Saxenda is right for them, and provide guidance and support throughout the weight loss journey. | [[Liraglutide]], marketed under the brand name [[Saxenda]], is a weight loss injection that works by mimicking the effects of a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). GLP-1 regulates blood sugar levels and helps to control appetite. Saxenda is an injectable medication that is administered once daily. W8MD can help patients determine if Saxenda is right for them, and provide guidance and support throughout the weight loss journey. | ||
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'''If your insurance covers it, we can prescribe via insurance. We can obtain prior authorizations if your insurance covers these GLP1 [[weight loss injections]]. | '''If your insurance covers it, we can prescribe via insurance. We can obtain prior authorizations if your insurance covers these GLP1 [[weight loss injections]]. | ||
='''As low as $125.00 as biweekly weight loss injections'''= | ='''As low as $125.00 as biweekly weight loss injections with insurance'''= | ||
If your insurance does not cover it, we do offer low cost Tirzepatide and Semaglutide starting as low as $125.00 biweekly at the starting dose.''' | If your insurance does not cover it, we do offer low cost Tirzepatide and Semaglutide starting as low as $125.00 biweekly at the starting dose.''' | ||