Ozempic was originally created to be a medication for those with type 2 diabetes to help manage their blood sugar levels by managing insulin production alongside the pancreas. However, the benefits of taking Ozempic were quickly realized for weight loss when used as part of a medical weight loss program for those who are considered obese or overweight with at least one underlying health condition that is weight-related. Taking Ozempic for weight loss can quickly help to reduce the health risks associated with obesity such as lowering the risk of suffering from a stroke, heart attack, or heart disease. When used according to the strict recommendations provided by a physician and as part of a medical weight loss program, Ozempic for weight loss is able to offer many benefits to the health and overall energy levels of patients.

Ozempic has proven to be incredibly effective in patients who wish to lose weight but do not suffer from type 2 diabetes. Ozempic for weight loss functions by making the body feel full which results in the ability to maintain a calorie-deficient diet much easier. There is some concern that since Ozempic was created for managing diabetes that it would have an impact on the insulin levels of those who are not diabetic, however, Ozempic works for diabetes by only stimulating insulin production when the blood glucose levels are elevated more than what is healthy. This means that if the patient is not diabetic, this stimulation of insulin production will just simply not occur, allowing for all the other benefits to be experienced without changes in the insulin production levels being a concern.

The average dosing schedule for Ozempic for weight loss is a weekly injection with a specified quantity to build up the amount that is being injected every few weeks. Each dosage will likely be prescribed for 4 to 8 weeks of the same amount before increasing the quantity. Most patients will notice significant weight loss after several weeks of the weekly injections, but those results will be maximized when the injections are administered as part of a medical weight loss program that consists of a balance of regular exercise and a calorie-deficient diet. The weekly injection can be continued until the patient has reached their weight loss goals that have been outlined in their plan that was created with their physician, however, injections should be halted if any side effects or bad reactions occur.

While Ozempic for weight loss will only be prescribed as part of a medical weight loss program, the results will be maximized when the directions are closely followed and when used alongside a recommended diet and exercise regimen. Ozempic encourages weight loss for several reasons, one of the primary factors being that it helps to curb hunger and makes the body feel full for longer, so it is important to ensure that you are on a well-balanced diet that is able to provide all of the nutrients you need in order to function while still maintaining a caloric deficit. As well, the medical weight loss program should include a recommended exercise regimen that is considered healthy and attainable for the patient. Successful results for weight loss depend heavily on the patient being able to follow the recommendations and guidelines set up by their physician to ensure their health and safety throughout the program.

Here at Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab, we are happy to share that we accept over a dozen insurance companies, including all of the major and most commonly used insurance. Call our office today to learn if your insurance is able to cover our weight-loss clinic services. We serve patients from Fayetteville NC, Hope Mills NC, Cedar Creek NC, Eastover NC, Woodfield NC, and Fenix NC.