FAQ’s
Weight Loss Injections
Weight loss injections, such as Wegovy andMounjaro, are injectable medications designed to help people lose weight by reducing appetite and. regulating blood sugar levels. These treatments are ideal for individuals who have struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise alone.
Injectable weight loss treatments work by mimicking hormones in your body that regulate hunger, leading to reduced food intake and weight loss over time. Medications like Wegovy and Mounjaro are clinically proven to support weight loss when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Yes, weight loss injections can help you lose weight faster than traditional methods alone. However, it’s important to follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations for safe and effective weight loss. Injectable treatments are most effective when used alongside lifestyle changes.
Mounjaro is the newest and most effective weight loss injection pen, showing an average weight loss of around 20% in clinical trials. This surpasses the results of Saxenda (10%) and Wegovy (15%). Mounjaro contains the active ingredient tirzepatide and is administered once weekly.
Like other weight loss injections, Mounjaro starts with a low dose, which is gradually increased to minimize side effects. The starting dose is 2.5 mg, with the highest maintenance dose being 15 mg.
Wegovy is one of the latest weight loss medications available in the UK. It is an injectable treatment that has shown promising results, with the potential to achieve an average weight loss of around 15%. Administered weekly using an injection pen, Wegovy works by regulating hunger signals, helping to reduce calorie intake and supporting weight loss.
The active ingredient in Wegovy is semaglutide, which helps control appetite. Clinical trials have demonstrated that patients using Wegovy can lose up to 15% of their body weight, making it a game-changer in weight management. The dosage starts low and is gradually increased to a maintenance level. It can only be prescribed to patients with a BMI of over 30, or over 27.5 with additional risk factors, as determined by a doctor.
Common side effects include:
-Nausea
-Vomiting
-Diarrhea or constipation