Semaglutide

What is semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medication originally developed to help manage diabetes. It's now widely used for weight loss because it effectively reduces appetite, improves blood sugar control, and supports long-term weight management.

Semaglutide is one of the tools the MetFit-Rx team uses to help patients reach and maintain meaningful, sustainable results. It's often an excellent option for patients who have struggled with hunger, insulin resistance, or plateauing on diet-and-exercise-only programs.

How does semaglutide help with weight loss?

Semaglutide mimics natural hormone activity that regulates appetite and digestion. It slows the rate at which your stomach empties, helps you feel full sooner, and reduces cravings that often derail weight loss efforts.

Many patients report that food noise — the constant distraction of thinking about eating — drops significantly when taking semaglutide, making healthier diet choices much easier.

How is semaglutide taken?

Before starting treatment, the MetFit-Rx team reviews your medical history, weight loss goals, labs, and any previous experiences with GLP-1s. If another GLP-1 medication or a different approach would serve you better, they'll guide you toward that instead.

Most patients take semaglutide as a once-weekly injection. The dose typically starts low and increases gradually over several weeks to reduce side effects. The MetFit-Rx team personalizes your plan through standard or microdosing strategies, depending on how your body responds.

What side effects should I expect when taking semaglutide?

Semaglutide's most common side effects are digestive, including:

• Nausea

• Constipation

• Diarrhea

• Bloating

These problems usually improve as your body adjusts. The MetFit-Rx team helps you manage symptoms with guidance on hydration, meal size, food choices, and pacing dose increases. If needed, they can pause or lower your dose to keep you comfortable.

Do I need nutrition and lifestyle support while taking semaglutide?

Semaglutide makes weight loss easier, but long-term success depends on building healthy habits.

The MetFit-Rx team pairs your medication with personalized nutrition plans, such as high-protein, Mediterranean, Keto, or low-glycemic approaches, plus exercise guidance, health coaching, and regular follow-up care to keep you on track.

How long do I stay on semaglutide?

Treatment length varies; for example, some patients use semaglutide short-term to jump-start weight loss, while others continue long-term to maintain their progress. Your provider reassesses you regularly to determine the safest, most effective plan.

A consultation at MetFit-Rx will determine whether semaglutide fits your needs. Call the office or request an appointment online today.