Compounded SEMAGLUTIDE Wellness Plans

NOTE: Please note that the following is a generic description of compounded semaglutide medicine. We do not maintain any pre-compounded stock of this product. The compounded medicine is prepared only after an order is placed and upon receipt of a valid prescription or following a FREE teleconsultation with our licensed doctor. This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, a recommendation for treatment, or an endorsement of any specific therapy. The preparation of the compounded medicine is subject to applicable local regulations and standards.

Please note that the shot will be administered inside the branch, so there’s no need to bring anything home with you.

Indications / Uses

Semaglutide is used to help adults with obesity, or adults with overweight who also have weight-related medical problems, to effectively lose excess body weight and maintain the weight loss. To reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as death, heart attack, or stroke in adults with known heart disease and with either obesity or overweight. To manage diabetes in adults by regulating blood sugar levels, which can lead to improved overall health.

Expected Results

Effectiveness:  Semaglutide mimics the hormone GLP-1, enhancing insulin secretion, reducing appetite, and slowing gastric emptying, leading to better glucose control and weight loss. Onset: Improvements in blood sugar control may be observed within a few days, with weight loss effects noticeable within weeks to months of consistent use. Clinical Evidence: Clinical trials have shown Semaglutide to significantly reduce HbA1c levels and promote weight loss in adults, supporting its use in diabetes and weight management.

How It Works in Four Easy Steps

Step One - First Visit: Starting is very easy! Visit our pharmacy branch in Mandaluyong and have a consultation with our doctors so that they can determine if a wellness plan is right for you. If not, our doctors can modify your wellness plan as they see appropriate. The best part? The consultation is FREE! 

Please note that our doctors are only available from 11:00AM to 2:00PM and 3:00PM to 8:00PM every Monday until Friday.

Step Two - Starting the Wellness Plan: Once determined eligible, you can immediately start your wellness plan and get your first shot on the same day! Here, our pharmacy staff will prepare your medication according to the doctor's instructions and prescription after you pay for your treatment. Our doctors will guide you through the process by counseling and advising you before, during, and after the shots, ensuring that you completely understand your treatment. Don't worry about forgetting or sudden adjustments because with every visit during your treatment plan, you will be counseled and advised by the doctor. 

Step Three - Commitment: Remember that this medication is not a one-off thing. It requires you to follow the wellness plan that the doctor has prescribed you! Follow all the advice and instructions that the doctor will give, especially regarding schedules and next visits! Our pharmacy staff will contact you on the day before your next scheduled visit to confirm your appointment.

Congratulations! You are a step closer to your health and wellness goals by starting the wellness plan. Feel free to continue or extend your plan for your health goals!

Important Note: The wellness plan package already sets your schedule until the end of your wellness plan journey. There’s no need to order or book again for your succeeding shots! Our pharmacy staff will assist in your scheduling so you do not have to worry about a thing!

Dosage / Direction

As directed by your healthcare provider, the medication is typically given as a subcutaneous injection in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Injection sites are rotated with each dose to avoid irritation.

Dosing: Dosing should be directed by your doctor. The standard dosing is provided below:

• 0.25mg each week for weeks 5 to 8
• 0.50mg each week for weeks 5 to 8
• 1.00mg each week for weeks 9 to 12
• 2.00mg each week for weeks 13 and onward

Missed Dose: If a dose is missed, you should coordinate with our staff as soon as possible within 5 days for the readjustment of schedules. If more than 5 days have passed, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.

Side-effects

Common Semaglutide side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and constipation. Warnings:

• Thyroid Tumors: Report symptoms of thyroid tumors.
• Pancreatitis, Renal Failure: Report pancreatitis or renal failure symptoms; Maintain adequate hydration.
• Vision Changes: Report any vision changes.
• Gallbladder Disease: Report symptoms of gallbladder disease.
• Hypoglycemia: Monitor for symptoms of hypoglycemia and report any difficulties with glycemic control.
• Mental Health Changes: Report worsening depression, suicidal ideation, or unusual changes in behavior.
• Cardiac Symptoms: Report any increase in heart rate or heart palpitations while resting.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in Description.

Is it safe to take it with other drugs?

Semaglutide can slow down the emptying of your stomach, which may impact how quickly other medications you take by mouth get absorbed into your body.

Here's a breakdown of how Semaglutide interacts with some common medications: 

• Paracetamol: Semaglutide may slightly delay the absorption of paracetamol, but the overall amount absorbed remains the same. No dosage adjustment is needed for paracetamol when taken with Semaglutide. 
• Birth control pills: Semaglutide shouldn't affect the effectiveness of your birth control pills. Studies haven't shown any significant changes in hormone levels when taking both medications together. 
• Atorvastatin (cholesterol medication): Semaglutide may slightly delay the absorption of atorvastatin, but the overall amount absorbed remains sufficient. 
• Digoxin (heart medication): Semaglutide doesn't affect the absorption or peak levels of digoxin in your body. 
• Metformin (diabetes medication): Semaglutide doesn't affect the absorption or peak levels of metformin in your body. 

Warfarin (blood thinner): Semaglutide doesn't directly affect warfarin, but it's recommended to monitor your blood clotting levels (INR) more frequently when starting Semaglutide while taking warfarin or similar blood thinners.