Semaglutide injections Outagamie County, WI - Renew Wellness

Introduction to Semaglutide

Semaglutide is an injectable medication used for treating diabetes and promoting weight loss. It belongs to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists.

Semaglutide works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1, a hormone that helps control blood sugar levels. It stimulates the release of insulin when blood sugar is high and slows digestion and decreases appetite, leading to weight loss.

The Renew Wellness provides customized semaglutide injections to patients in the Outagamie County, Wisconsin area.

Benefits of Semaglutide

Some of the main benefits of semaglutide injections include:

• Weight loss - Semaglutide is FDA-approved for chronic weight management. In studies, semaglutide led to an average weight loss of 12-16% in 1 year.
• Diabetes control - By stimulating insulin release, semaglutide can lower A1c levels significantly for improved diabetes control.
• Cardiovascular effects - Semaglutide has been shown to reduce rates of major cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack.
• Convenience - Semaglutide is given as a simple once-weekly injection, taken at home.

Compared to other GLP-1 drugs, semaglutide stays in the body longer and leads to greater improvements in A1c and weight over time.

Who is a Candidate for Semaglutide?

Semaglutide may be recommended if you have any of the following health conditions:

• Obesity (BMI 30 ) - Semaglutide is approved for chronic weight management in obese patients.
• Overweight (BMI 27 ) with at least one weight-related health problem like high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
• Type 2 diabetes - Semaglutide can be used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes.
• Cardiovascular disease - Due to positive effects on cardiovascular risk factors, semaglutide may benefit those with a history of heart attack or stroke.

Talk to your doctor about whether semaglutide is appropriate for your individual health profile and weight loss/diabetes goals.

Getting Started with Treatment

Getting set up with semaglutide injections at our Outagamie County clinic involves three key steps:

Initial Consultation

You'll have an evaluation to review your health history, set goals for treatment, determine proper dosing, and learn how to do the injections properly.

Bloodwork

We'll order lab tests to check kidney function, thyroid levels, vitamin levels, and more. This helps us provide fully personalized care tailored to your needs.

Compounding

Our on-site compounding pharmacy will custom-blend your semaglutide based on your doctor's specifications. We can adjust the dose and concentration for your unique physiology.

Once set up, you'll come in for regular check-ins so we can monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed. Most patients start seeing results soon after beginning semaglutide injections.

Proper Administration

Semaglutide comes as a pre-filled pen that you use to give yourself injections under the skin of your stomach, thigh, or arm. Our clinic will provide comprehensive instructions on how to properly inject your customized medication.

Here is an overview of the injection process:

• Wash hands before use
• Attach a new needle tip and perform a safety test
• Pinch 2 inches of skin and insert the needle at a 90-degree angle
• Press the dose button and hold for 6 seconds
• Remove the needle from the skin and apply pressure; do not rub the area

It is very important to follow these steps correctly each week and rotate injection sites to prevent irritation. Most patients find the injections easy and nearly pain-free after some practice.

Dosing and Schedule

Semaglutide dosing has two phases:

1. Initiation - The starting dose is low, typically 0.25 or 0.5 mg weekly. This allows your body to adjust and reduces gastrointestinal side effects.
2. Maintenance - After 4 weeks, we'll increase your dose based on your goals and response, up to 1-2 mg weekly. Most people reach their maintenance dose at 3 months.

Semaglutide reaches its full effects after about 24 weeks. Therefore, we recommend continuing treatment for at least 6 months to achieve maximum weight loss and diabetes management.

Additional Health Benefits

In addition to weight and blood sugar control, emerging research shows semaglutide injections may provide other significant health impacts like:

• Reduced inflammation - Lowers inflammatory markers like IL-6 and CRP
• Lower blood pressure - An average reduction of 4-6 mmHg
• Increased HDL - Raises "good" HDL cholesterol by 8-13%
• Better liver health - Decreases fatty liver disease activity score

By improving these key health parameters, semaglutide helps reduce your risk of obesity-related diseases like stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure, liver disease, and more.

Side Effects and Safety

The most common side effects of semaglutide are gastrointestinal in nature. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation may occur initially but often resolve within 4-8 weeks. To minimize stomach upset, we have tips like:

• Drink more fluids
• Eat smaller, high-protein meals
• Take over-the-counter nausea remedies

Rarely, semaglutide can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). This is more likely if you take other diabetes medications. We'll monitor you for symptoms like shakiness, sweating, confusion, and irritability.

Semaglutide may elevate enzymes from your pancreas or liver. For that reason, your doctor will order lab tests to check these levels routinely during treatment.

In clinical trials, semaglutide did not appear to increase rates of thyroid cancer. However, it should be used very cautiously in anyone with a personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma.

In summary, semaglutide has an excellent safety profile with relatively low risk when taken correctly under a doctor's care. At our clinic, your health is our top priority!

Living an Optimized Lifestyle

To promote success, we educate our semaglutide patients on additional lifestyle habits that optimize health, including:

Diet and Exercise

• Follow a Mediterranean-style diet - high in vegetables, fruits, and healthy fats
• Reduce consumption of processed foods, sugar, and refined carbs
• Engage in at least 30 minutes of daily exercise (mix of cardio, weights, and stretching)

Stress Management

• Incorporate stress-relieving practices like yoga, meditation, and mindfulness
• Get quality sleep nightly (7-9 hours for adults)
• Join a social community for engagement and support

Routine Health Screenings

• Get annual lab testing with your primary provider
• Have regular blood pressure and cholesterol checks
• Talk to your doctor about cancer screening tests (colonoscopy, mammogram)

Living an active, balanced lifestyle gives you the best chance for meeting your goals on semaglutide therapy. Our clinic offers personalized health coaching to help you make sustainable behavior changes that last well beyond your time using semaglutide injections.

Your Partner in Wellness

We founded the Renew Wellness to provide integrative care for hormone balance, weight loss, diabetes, and metabolism. Our unique approach includes:

Innovative Therapy Options

• Access to newly approved medicines like semaglutide
• Advanced injectables, bioidentical hormones, supplements
• Customized treatment protocols based on genetic and lab testing

Precision Testing and Analysis

• The latest accuracy in diagnostic testing
• Genetic assays to inform treatment plans
• Ongoing lab monitoring to ensure optimal response

Holistic Lifestyle Guidance

• Nutrition consults with our on-staff dietitian
• Activity tracking and fitness recommendations
• Stress management and wellness coaching

With two designated Physician Assistants on staff, we offer a higher level of attention and rapid access to quality medical care from licensed providers.

We accept most health insurance plans or offer self-pay packages. Contact us today in Outagamie County to see how our weight loss and hormone optimization services can transform your health and vitality!

Conclusion

Semaglutide injections offer a safe and effective solution for managing weight, diabetes, and related health conditions. At Renew Wellness, we provide personalized semaglutide treatment plans tailored to your unique needs and goals. Our comprehensive approach combines innovative therapies, precision testing, and holistic lifestyle guidance to help you achieve optimal wellness. If you're interested in exploring semaglutide as part of your health journey, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our experienced team.