You may be a suitable candidate if: You have a BMI over 30 or over 27 with conditions like high blood pressure or high cholesterol Youve tried losing weight on your own without lasting success Youre not pregnant or breastfeeding You dont have a history of thyroid cancer or pancreatitis Youre open to making small, manageable lifestyle changes alongside treatment During your consultation, your provider will review your health history, medications, and current challenges to ensure this is the safest and most effective option for you
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Indications for Semaglutide While semaglutide was initially developed to treat type 2 diabetes (marketed as Ozempic), it has been shown to be effective for weight management in individuals without diabetes as well
Excess body fat can disrupt hormone balance by converting testosterone into estrogen, lowering sperm count, and increasing inflammation a condition sometimes referred to as obesity-related hypogonadism
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Im concerned the pill form will make it even easier for counterfeiters who prey on vulnerable people, Thorrun says