Weight Loss Management

Tirzepatide

Both

Semaglutide

  • Dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) & glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonist
  • Activates GIP & GLP-1 receptors
  • Antidiabetic & obesity medication
  • Aids insulin secretion & glucose levels
  • Inhibits glucagon secretion
  • Slows gastric emptying
  • Supports weight loss & increases satiety
  • Dosage can vary –1 weekly injection
  • Monitor glucose levels & renal function
  • Avoid if multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2, medullary thyroid carcinoma, pregnant, or breastfeeding
  • Seek medical help if severe abdominal pain occurs
  • Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist
  • Mimicks action of GLP-1 Cardiovascular benefits

Phentermine (Adipex)

What is it?

What does it do?

  • Sympathomimetic amine – stimulates sympathetic nervous system
  • Short-term use of a few weeks to a few months
  • Prescription needed
  • Dosages range from 15mg to 37.5mg per day
  • Take in morning before breakfast or 1-2 hours after breakfast
  • Avoid if cardiovascular disease, hypertension, glaucoma, drug abuse, hyperthyroidism, pregnant, or breastfeeding
  • Monitor blood pressure, heart rate, & weight
  • Discontinue if adverse effects or weight plateaus
  • Anoretic – suppresses appetite
  • Blocks cravings
  • Effects dopamine, norepinephrine, & serotonin neurotransmitters
  • Manages obesity
  • Most effective with lifestyle modifications
  • Can interact with other medications
  • Weight loss program: diet & exercise
  • Not standalone solution for weight loss

Lipo–S

  • Natural subtances of phosphatidylcholine (PC) & deoxycholate (DC)
  • PC & DC dissolve fat cells Lymphatic system eliminates released fat
  • Injected in targeted areas
  • Multiple sessions spaced weeks apart
  • Avoid if blood clotting disorder & allergies

Both

  • Break down & metabolize fat cells
  • Weight loss & body contouring
  • Dosage, Injection, & treatment vary
  • Most effective with lifestyle modifications
  • Avoid if liver disease, pregnant, or breastfeeding

Lipo–B

  • Lipotropic agents & B12
  • Lipotropic agents – metabolize fat
  • B12 = boosts energy & combats fatigue
  • Improves mood & liver function
  • Intramuscular injections 1 – 2 times/week
  • Avoid if kidney disease

INDIVIDUAL RESULTS MAY VARY