Semaglutide injections

personalized Medical weight loss management

Semaglutide in austin, tx (Wegovy)

Semaglutide is a well known prescription injectable that can help you to lose weight safely and effectively. Semaglutide comes in the brand name formula (Wegovy) and also a compounded formula for those who need additional vitamins with the injections. At Maui MedSpa, Dr. Turnage and the team understand that losing excess weight is a critical part of overall wellness and aids in longevity for the years to come. Our weight loss wellness programs are individually tailored and easy to follow, providing you support every step of the way.

Contact us today for a free consultation or visit one of our two locations in North and Central Austin.

A personalized approach

When Dr. Turnage or another provider determines a patient is a candidate for Semaglutide injections as part of their weight loss plan, he will either prescribe Wegovy or compounded Semaglutide/B12/B6. The dose is tailored to the patients needs, and monthly follow-ups ensure a shared, team-based approach to your wellness goals.

What our semaglutide plan includes

As a new patient you will start your wellness journey with a consultation with Dr. Turnage. At this visit he will take a detailed history and physical and review your initial lab work. If you are a candidate for Semaglutide you and Dr. Turnage will discuss the options prior to the first prescription. If compounded Semaglutide is ordered you will return the following week for first dose injections as well as instructions on how to inject at home (you can also come in weekly if you would prefer we do it!). Starting photos will also be taken at this time.Typically a dose is tapered in 4-8 week segments until optimal dosing is reached. Initially follow up visits occur monthly until a stable dose is reached, where typically follow ups occur in 8-12 week intervals.

How does semaglutide work

The medication Semaglutide belongs to a class of drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, which increase insulin secretion. It suppresses appetite by acting on brain centers and slows movement of food through the digestive tract. Combined with diet and exercise, Semaglutide enhances weight loss by helping patients adhere to a reduced-calorie diet.

how much does semaglutide cost?

We understand that cost is an important factor in working towards a healthy weight. We make this easy by bundling the cost of the medication, the doctor visits and office administrative costs into one simple monthly fee.

  • Initial Consultation with planning and *lab review: $100 one-time fee

  • Weekly Semaglutide Injections: $300 Monthly

  • Quick provider phone call outside of the monthly follow ups: $20

  • Additional wellness injections (Lipotrim, B-Complex, MIC, etc.): $25 per injection (Can be done weekly)

  • Additional Myer’s or custom IV: $125 (Maximum 2 per month)

* The cost of lab work will be paid to the lab directly. Most patient can use insurance for this.

**While we do not bill insurance, we will provide diagnosis codes that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

  • Description text goes hereDetermining whether you are a candidate for Semaglutide happens during your initial consultation. There are minimal BMI requirements to be aware of:

    • An initial BMI of 30 or greater

    • An initial BMI of 27 to 29.9 with at least one additional weight-related health issue such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol or triglycerides, diabetes, or pre-diabetes.

  • If you have a family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) then you should not take Semaglutide. Additionally, certain kidney problems, pancreas problems, complications from diabetes, or are breastfeeding, pregnant, or plan to become pregnant before taking Semaglutide are all factors taken into account by your provider.

  • Description text goes hereSemaglutide. Often patients are able to tolerate the side effects until they go away. However sometimes patients need to decrease the dose.

    Semaglutide should be used as prescribed and in conjunction with a health and balanced diet. Eating unhealthy amounts of “junk food” can worsen side effects, while a healthy balanced diet can ease side effects.

    Semaglutide does have several potentially serious side effects. In laboratory trials it has been shown to cause tumors in the thyroid (including cancer) in some cases. It may also cause inflammation of the pancreas, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), kidney problems, or serious allergic reactions.

  • Yes, and actually nausea is the most commonly reported side effect of taking Semaglutide. The good news is that experiencing nausea while taking Semaglutide is typically mild and tends to go away over time.

  • Semaglutide is a once weekly injection. Initially this takes place at the office but then is transitioned to self-administered. The standard prescribed dosing starts at 0.25mg per week dosage for the first 4 weeks. At the follow up visits the dose may increase to 0.5mg per week in the second month, 1mg per week in the third month, and then up to 2mg per week in the fourth month (maintenance dose).

  • Semaglutide has 3 brand names: Ozempic (diabetes), Rybelsus (oral tablet), and Wegovy (obesity).

  • Yes!

    Compounding pharmacies are important to supply medications to patients when the company brand runs in short supply. They are highly regulated and use the exact same ingredients as in the branded Semaglutide, thereby giving it the same safety parameters. We use highly reputable compounded pharmacies locally here in Austin.

  • Usually weight loss with Semaglutide is slow and steady. While this varies person-to-person you can expect to notice weight loss within the first 1-3 months.

  • Semaglutide can be taken for an indefinite period of time. As you continue on your health journey you and your provider can continue to discuss whether Semaglutide continues to be right for you. If you ever want to stop taking Semaglutide, you and your provider can easily plan to taper off.

Additional Services

We offer an array of IV Vitamin drips that can help you feel your best or get back to feeling like your normal self! IV drips replace lost vitamins and minerals that your body naturally loses throughout the day. Our IV’s take place in a relaxing office environment and it is easy to schedule an immunity boost, a Myer’s Cocktail or a simple hydration IV anytime through the day.

A weekly injection of B Vitamins, Lipotrim or MIC can be a great addition to your weight loss journey. These vital nutrients are critical to normalizing cellular function and feeling energized. You can drop in for vitamin injection or add this to your weekly at home routine.

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Have questions? You can also give us a call at (737) 240-2212 for Avery Ranch or (512) 429-3681 for Downtown Austin.

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