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If you are looking for some weight loss help, Dr. Simmons offers Zepbound injections in Miami.
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What Is Zepbound For Weight Loss?
If you are looking for some weight loss help, Dr. Okeefe Simmons offers Zepbound injections in Miami. If you can relate, there is great news you will want to hear! A new medication has just been FDA-approved that can help keep you on track to reach your goals by tackling some of the toughest and most challenging hurdles faced by individuals trying to reduce their BMI. Today, we’re going to tell you all about the new drug Zepbound and how a Zepbound Prescription may be beneficial to your weight loss efforts.
What Is Zepbound?
This prescription drug (Tirzepatide) is approved for treating obesity in adults over 18 years of age. This is the same drug that was given the green light in May 2022 to help adults with type 2 diabetes control their glucose levels and was prescribed under the name Mounjaro. The two are the exact same medication manufactured and distributed by Eli Lilly and Company, but to create clear lines of definition, are sold under different names for two different uses. Zepbound was approved as an effective treatment for obesity due to the significant weight loss results achieved by participants in an eighteen-month clinical trial. Patients who were being treated for type 2 diabetes saw reductions of between 12% and 16% of their total body weight (TBW), while patients without blood sugar issues lost between 18% and 21% of their TBW during the 18-month trial period.How Does Zepbound Help You Lose Weight?
Zepbound mimics a few hormones that are naturally found in the human body, called GLP-1 and GIP. They work together to help regulate your levels of glucagon and insulin and are usually released during the process of digestion when we eat. Together, these copycat hormones help your naturally occurring hormones do a better job of balancing out your blood sugar levels and regulating the effects of insulin. They help suppress your appetite and slow down the rate at which your stomach empties so you stay satisfied for a longer time.
How Do You Use Zepbound?
This medication is administered using a special injection pen that is pre-filled with a single, pre-measured dose. It is injected under the skin in sites that contain some fatty tissue, such as the stomach, thigh, or upper arm. The manufacturer recommends doing your injections at about the same time and on the same day once a week. It is also advised that patients choose alternate locations each week to prevent irritation and soreness in one location.Schedule For Zepbound Injections
To mitigate the negative side effects of nausea and vomiting, when used for weight loss, Zepbound is introduced to patients on an escalating scale. Each dose strength is given once a week for a month before increasing to the next level. If the patient is losing a significant amount of weight at a lower dose or has any intolerance issues, the schedule can be altered accordingly.Who Can Use Zepbound?
This weight loss injection is meant to be used by adults who are 18 years old or older and classified as overweight or obese. To qualify, patients should have a BMI of at least 27 with weight-related medical conditions such as hypertension, elevated cholesterol, sleep apnea, etc., or a BMI of at least 30 and have been unsuccessful in losing weight through traditional means.Who Should Not Use Zepbound?
You may not be a good fit for a Zepbound prescription if you’re currently on another GLP-1 medication, have allergies to anything in the drug, expecting a baby or are planning to be soon, currently breastfeeding, have rare medullary thyroid cancer or type 2 endocrine neoplasia in your history, or if you have ever dealt with gallbladder, kidney, or pancreatic issues before.Does Zepbound Have Side Effects?
Similar to any other prescription medication, Zepbound can cause side effects. The most commonly encountered side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, indigestion, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Most individuals notice that these side effects become less prevalent as their body gets used to the medication. Other adverse reactions and rare but more serious side effects can be found on the manufacturer’s website.Where Can I Find Zepbound In Miami?
Dr. Okeefe Simmons at Simmons MD Advanced Weight Loss Solutions will work with you to create a custom-tailored program that will fit your specific needs and circumstances. Our innovative weight loss programs offer safe and effective options to help individuals lose a significant amount of weight without undergoing surgery.
Our tailored solutions include endoscopic weight loss procedures that help patients with portion control and appetite suppression, nutritional and behavioral guidance, and prescription medications such as Zepbound injections to aid in your weight loss journey.
Working with the knowledgeable team at Simmons MD Advanced Weight Loss Solutions will provide you access to everything you need to become healthier and reach your weight loss goals. We will help you review the options available and choose the combination that will be most effective and beneficial to you. Contact us today to find out if Zepbound would be a good fit for your weight loss program.
Faqs About Zepbound
Is Zepbound Fda-approved?
Yes, it was approved for use in treating overweight and obesity on November 8, 2023, after being approved in May of 2022 under the brand name Mounjaro for use in treating individuals with type 2 diabetes.
How Much Weight Can You Lose With Zepbound?
In clinical trials, individuals who were taking this medication for type 2 diabetes lost up to 18% of their total weight, while those without diabetes lost a bit over 21%. For someone whose total body weight was 200 pounds, this would equate to approximately 36 to 42 pounds.
Which Part Of The Body Is Zepbound Injected Into?
The drug should be injected beneath the skin into a location padded with some fatty tissue, such as the upper arm, the bottom portion of the belly, or the upper thigh, and never directly into a muscle or a vein.
How Often Should You Inject Zepbound For Weight Loss?
Zepbound injections should be done once a week and for best results, given on the same day and around the same time each week.
How Does Zepbound (tirzepatide) Compare To Wegovy (semaglutide)?
Both have scheduled doses that are done once weekly and were both first created and FDA-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The weight loss potential demonstrated during the clinical trials was instrumental in getting the FDA to give their seal of approval to both medications to help fight obesity.
Both of these drugs can help your digestive process by mimicking naturally occurring hormones that are responsible for keeping your blood glucose in check and curbing your appetite. They also can help you feel satisfied longer by slowing down how fast food leaves your stomach. Zepbound also includes an additional element that copies your GIP (gastric inhibitory polypeptide) hormone which is found in the intestines and enhances the efforts of the GLP-1.
The weight loss results were a bit more significant for the participants involved in the Zepbound trial than those who took part in the Wegovy trials. However, both medications provided significant weight loss results.
What Are The Biggest Benefits Of Zepbound?
- It helps patients stay full longer after eating by slowing down the process of digestion;
- It helps stop food cravings and reduces the appetite;
- It provides significant weight loss results;
- Patients taking Zepbound saw reductions in their cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Are There Long-term Side Effects From Taking Zepbound?
As a newer prescription medication, not enough time has passed for experts to understand the full extent of its long-term side effects.
