Semaglutide

Over the last 15 years, semaglutide has traditionally been used to treat type 2 diabetes. Recently it has also been used by health care practitioners to help manage weight loss.

Semaglutide is injected under the skin once weekly with a tiny insulin needle. This medication mimics the hormone GLP-1, which is naturally produced after eating. GLP-1 is responsible for reducing appetite and food cravings while increasing the feeling of fullness.

The majority of patients taking semaglutide lose up to 15% of their body weight, while others could lose more than 20%.