Wegovy (semaglutide): Overview, how it works, and more The topic of think pieces, group chats, gossip blogs, and more, the swirl around Wegovy for weight loss sometimes overshadows the most important thing: that it can be a game-changer for people living with overweight and obesity
Early changes often include reduced portion sizes at meals and decreased cravings between meals, even before the scale shifts substantially
Water weight loss and initial appetite control are valuable early wins that shouldn't be dismissedthey represent your medication working exactly as designed, even if dramatic scale movement hasn't yet arrived
Patients with a history of glucose intolerance or uncontrolled diabetes require careful monitoring because elevated GH can affect insulin sensitivity
While primarily used for treating growth hormone deficiencies , Sermorelin has found off-label applications in weight management
Wegovy is administered weekly by subcutaneous injection (just under the skin)