Semaglutide & Tirzepatide

Semaglutide and tirzepatide are injectable medications that help with weight loss by reducing your appetite and preventing overeating.

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Semaglutide and tirzepatide are GLP-1 weight loss medications that are helping millions of people lose weight and achieve healthier lifestyles. If you’re looking for a simple and effective way to attain a slimmer body and improve your overall health, you may want to consider this medical weight loss program.

What are semaglutide and tirzepatide?

Semaglutide and tirzepatide are compounded injectable medications prescribed for weight loss. Originally developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, these medications work by reducing your appetite and creating a feeling of fullness. This medication also has other positive effects, such as reducing blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

How much do semaglutide and tirzepatide cost?

At MD Beauty Lab and Portland Plastic Surgery Group, the cost of semaglutide is $499 for a 4 week supply. The cost of tirzepatide is $699 for a 4 week supply.

How Do Semaglutide and Tirzepatide Work?

Once you’ve been prescribed semaglutide or tirzepatide for weight loss, you’ll have the medication injected weekly. You’ll have the option of either having the injections administered at our clinic or handling them yourself at home. These injections need to be made under the skin of your upper arm, abdomen, or thigh, and you should rotate injection sites each week.

Semaglutide and tirzepatide work by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, the hormone that causes you to feel full after eating. This helps to reduce your appetite and keep you from overeating, which reduces your overall caloric intake and leads to gradual, consistent weight loss. These medications are most effective when combined with a healthy lifestyle, including a nutritious diet and regular exercise.

Am I a Good Candidate for Semaglutide or Tirzepatide?

To be a good candidate for a semaglutide or tirzepatide weight loss program, you need to be considered either obese (a BMI of 30 or higher) or significantly overweight (a BMI of 27 or higher) with at least one weight-related health condition.

While these medications are safe and effective for most adults, it is not ideal for everyone. You should not take semaglutide or tirzepatide if you have a history of gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, or medullary thyroid cancer.

Find Out if Semaglutide is Right For You

At MD Beauty Lab, our specialists will help you decide if semaglutide is the right solution to help you slim down your figure and improve your overall health.

To book your semaglutide consultation, call (503) 987-3513 today to schedule an in-person or virtual consultation with one of our weight-loss experts.

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Common Questions

Is semaglutide treatment safe?

Semaglutide is an FDA-approved medication for both type 2 diabetes and long-term weight management. When taken properly and prescribed by qualified professionals, this medication is generally very safe.

Are there any side effects?

Although they are mostly minor, semaglutide can cause certain side effects, such as:

Bloated feeling
Heartburn
Belching
Stomach pain
Excess gas
Fever

How soon will I see results from semaglutide?

While every patient’s experience with semaglutide is unique, you can typically expect to start seeing weight loss within approximately 12 weeks of starting treatment.

How much weight can I lose with semaglutide?

The specific amount of weight you can lose with semaglutide will depend on several variables, including genetics and lifestyle. Many patients, however, are able to consistently lose one to two pounds per week while taking the medication.