Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist used in certain prescription medications. Wegovy is an FDA-approved, once-weekly injection for chronic weight management in eligible patients when used with reduced-calorie nutrition and increased physical activity. Ozempic contains the same active ingredient but has different FDA-approved uses.
Semaglutide acts on pathways involved in appetite, digestion, and glucose regulation. It may help some patients feel satisfied sooner and remain satisfied longer by affecting appetite signals and slowing gastric emptying. Individual responses vary, and the medication is not appropriate for everyone.
Depending on a patient’s individual needs, a provider may discuss compounded Semaglutide as a treatment option. Keystone obtains its compounded medication from an FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility operating under applicable federal manufacturing and compounding requirements. FDA registration of the facility does not mean that the compounded medication itself is FDA-approved. Compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality in the same manner as FDA-approved products.
As part of an individualized medical weight-management plan, Semaglutide may support:
- Appetite regulation: Some patients may experience reduced hunger or earlier feelings of fullness.
- Reduced calorie intake: Changes in appetite may make it easier for some patients to follow an appropriate nutrition plan.
- Glucose regulation: Semaglutide affects pathways involved in blood-sugar management.
Treatment may also cause side effects and carries potential risks, contraindications, and medication interactions. Your provider will review your medical history, current medications, treatment goals, and available alternatives before determining whether Semaglutide may be appropriate. Individual results vary, and no specific amount or duration of weight loss can be guaranteed.
Keystone Medical Wellness provides medical weight-management consultations for patients in Queen Creek, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and surrounding Arizona communities. Call us or request an appointment online to learn whether medical weight management may be appropriate for you.
Tirzepatide is a prescription medication that acts on both GIP and GLP-1 receptors involved in appetite, digestion, and glucose regulation. FDA-approved medications containing Tirzepatide include Zepbound, which is approved for chronic weight management in certain eligible patients, and Mounjaro, which has different FDA-approved uses.
By acting on these two receptor pathways, Tirzepatide may help some patients experience reduced hunger, earlier feelings of fullness, and improved glucose regulation. Individual responses vary, and the medication is not appropriate for everyone.
Depending on a patient’s individual needs, a provider may discuss compounded Tirzepatide as a treatment option. Keystone obtains its compounded medication from an FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility operating under applicable federal manufacturing and compounding requirements. FDA registration of the facility does not mean that the compounded medication itself is FDA-approved. Compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality in the same manner as FDA-approved products.
As part of an individualized medical weight-management plan, Tirzepatide may support:
- Appetite regulation: Some patients may experience reduced hunger or fewer food cravings.
- Satiety: Patients may feel satisfied sooner or remain satisfied longer after eating.
- Reduced calorie intake: Changes in appetite may help some patients follow an appropriate nutrition plan.
- Glucose regulation: Tirzepatide affects pathways involved in blood-sugar management.
Tirzepatide can cause side effects and carries potential risks, contraindications, and medication interactions. Your provider will review your medical history, current medications, treatment goals, and available alternatives before determining whether Tirzepatide may be appropriate. Individual results vary, and no specific amount or rate of weight loss can be guaranteed.
Keystone Medical Wellness provides medical weight-management consultations for patients in Mesa, Queen Creek, Chandler, Gilbert, and surrounding Arizona communities. Call us or request an appointment online to learn whether medical weight management may be appropriate for you.
