Ozempic is an FDA-approved medication for type 2 diabetes. It helps those with type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels and can even prevent complications from type 2 diabetes like a stroke or heart attack.
Ozempic is an approved prescription drug that aids those suffering from type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels which helps the body regulate insulin levels. Although it majorly benefits those with type 2 diabetes, it can also benefit weight loss.
Ozempic contains a GLP-1-like component that mimics the hormone that tells us when we’re full. Ozempic slows down the food processing system and allows food to digest slower, keeping the full feeling for the patient longer. This allows it to suppress appetite without promoting binge dieting or extreme restrictive eating. GLP-1 also increases insulin levels and promotes insulin sensitivity and collagen production, aiding metabolism. This majorly benefits Seattle patients who struggle with their weight.
Benefits and Risks of Ozempic
With any prescription, there are many benefits a few side effects, and risks. Ozempic may not be safe for every patient, so Seattle Plastic Surgery wants their patients to have a thorough consultation before taking Ozempic. For instance, patients with medical conditions that affect the thyroid, gallbladder, or pancreas may not qualify to take Ozempic. Your provider will be able to best advise each patient after evaluating their individual circumstances.
However, for most patients, Ozempic greatly benefits their lives and far outweighs any risks associated with the medication. Below are just a few of the benefits that come from the Seattle Ozempic weight loss program:
- Drastically reduces weight
- Reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications
- Reduce the risk of certain types of cancer
- Improve mobility
- Ease the strain of exercising
- Reduces high blood pressure
- Improves sleep quality
- Treats type 2 diabetes if needed
- Stabilizes blood sugar
- Able to avoid weight loss procedures such as a gastric bypass surgery
- Can be taken as an injection or tablet
- Taken daily or weekly
- Highly effective
- Used long term
There are minimal major risks associated with Ozempic, and the side effects are generally mild and manageable. Some side effects and risks include:
- Nausea
- Gas
- Heartburn
- Changes in bowel movements
- Blood sugar dropping too low (very rare)
- Pancreatitis (very rare)
- Minimal increase in the risk of developing thyroid cancer (very rare)