The translation of doctors that ozempic, wegova, Saxena or Mounjaro does not help, are above all insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes. For overweight people, it is only the fact that the side effect of their use is weight loss. Even the high price of the treatment does not scare them away. It is important that they achieve the assumed goal – they lose weight.
And this is because the effect of the drug consists not only in supporting the body's metabolic processes, but also in the control of appetite and regulation of blood glucose levels. It is known that in the case of healthy people it was enough to eat less, use a low -calorie diet and move more. But We prefer to take shortcuts.
By design, injections should be used by people struggling with obesity (BMI BMI ≥30) and having health problems such as type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, hypertension or elevated cholesterol. If a healthy person wants to reach for them, he should consult a doctor – he will assess whether the therapy is suitable for a person, taking into account their health history and any contraindications. It is also worth remembering that However, the preparation is best taken in combination with a proper diet and regular physical activity. Then the effects will certainly be much better. On average, in a few months, patients lose 5 to 15 percent. Body masses – of course, everything depends on the lifestyle, metabolism, as well as compliance with therapeutic recommendations.
Drugs for slimming. What is the cost of therapy?
Which of the drugs will be the best for us will be determined by the doctor – he can write a prescription for a specific specific. However, it is worth knowing how they differ from each other. And yes – Saxenda is especially recommended for overweight and obesity people who want to effectively control appetite and reduce body weight. In addition, the daily dosage scheme and long -term clinical trials make it a proven choice in the treatment of obesity. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and headache. The price depending on the pharmacy and the region ranges in the range from 380 to even PLN 1106 per packaging. It contains three 3 ml injections, which at a maximum dose of 3 mg per day, is enough for about 18 days of therapy. The monthly treatment can therefore cost about PLN 1,100.
Mounjaro is distinguished by the fact that it acts on two different hormones, which makes his action more versatile – both in the regulation of blood sugar and weight reduction. In addition, thanks to the administration once a week, the drug can be a more convenient solution for patients who prefer simpler treatment schemes. Remember, however, that its use can cause side effects, especially in the digestive system. The most frequently reported are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain and loss of appetite. There may also be more serious side effects, such as pancreatitis and hypoglycaemia. The 10 mg ampoule costs on average PLN 360, and 15 mg – PLN 390.
Wegova is a drug in which the active substance is semaglutidewhich regulates the secretion of insulin and glucagon, reduces blood glucose, which is why it is mainly used in type 2 diabetes, but also has an additional effect: it reduces body weight and inhibits appetite. The most frequently reported side effects were digestive system disorders, including nausea, diarrhea, constipation and vomiting. The maximum price at a dose of 2.4 mg for the patient is: PLN 1220 gross. In smaller: 0.5 mg – 600 and 0.25 mg – PLN 550 gross.
Ozmpic has hypoglycaemically, i.e. reduces blood glucose. It is used as a anti -diabetic drug. The most common side effects associated with the use of the drug are: digestive system ailments such as diarrhea, vomiting and nausea (nausea). Price PLN 350, with a refund of PLN 110.
Do not reach for slimming injections
Not everyone and not every situation can be used. Under no circumstances should we use them, if we are pregnant or breastfeeding, we have undergone pancreatitis, we have a severe digestive system or an allergy to the active substance – e.g. liraglutide in Saxenda or Tirrzepatid in Mounjaro.
It is also necessary to mention the phenomenon of the ozmpic face (ozempic face). This is the result of losing a lot of weight – the face may seem emaciated, and the skin has a flabby, more wrinkled and less elastic.
Slimming injections became so popular that in 2022 detailed research was carried out by their effectiveness – The results published in the Journal of Investigative Medicine have shown that the best – when it comes to the effect of weight loss – worked Wegova – compared to placebo and other anti -diabetic drugs. It was also emphasized that the use of the drug reduces the incidence of heart attacks and strokes not completed by death.
In turn, the study published in the same year “Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism” showed that the low dose of tybrzepatidu (5 mg) was just as effective as the dose of 2 mg of semaglutide (the agent used in the injections for slimming of the Wegova brand), but higher doses (10 and 15 mg) were more effective
