Semaglutide GLP-1 Injection - Medical Weight Loss

Powerful, Long-Acting Support for Weight Loss and Appetite Control

Semaglutide is a groundbreaking once-weekly medication that mimics a naturally occurring hormone in your body known as GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1). It was originally developed to manage type 2 diabetes and is now FDA-approved for weight loss and obesity treatment under names like Ozempic® and Wegovy®. Semaglutide works on multiple levels to support healthy weight loss: it helps regulate blood sugar, slows down digestion, reduces appetite, and signals a stronger sense of fullness in the brain.

One of semaglutide’s key benefits is its ability to significantly reduce hunger and cravings. By promoting a feeling of satiety after smaller meals and decreasing preference for calorie-dense, fatty foods, many users naturally eat less without feeling deprived. On average, patients experience weight loss of 1 to 1.5 pounds per week when combined with lifestyle changes like improved diet and regular physical activity.

Semaglutide is structurally 94% similar to your body’s natural GLP-1 but modified to last longer—giving it a half-life of about 7 days, compared to just 2 minutes for the natural hormone. This allows for the convenience of once-weekly injections. For those who prefer pills, an oral form is also available and taken daily.

Treatment usually begins with a starting dose of 0.25 mg weekly, gradually increasing to 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, or higher based on your progress and how well your body adjusts. This slow titration helps minimize side effects, which are generally mild and may include nausea, constipation, fatigue, or bloating—especially early in treatment.

Whether your goal is sustainable weight loss, better appetite control, or managing obesity-related conditions, semaglutide offers a clinically backed, effective solution—with a safety profile supported by years of use in diabetes care. At AlphaMD, we provide guided dosing, close monitoring, and medical oversight to help you stay on track and get the most out of your treatment.