Weight Loss Treatment Information
NP2GO requires a follow up visit every 3 months to renew your prescriptions.
Under normal circumstances, NP2GO will send over 3 months worth of prescriptions to the pharmacy.
Sometimes they are an increased dose, but sometimes they are the same dose with refills (or sometimes a 90 day supply, depending on insurance requirements).
We will complete prior authorizations needed by your insurance to help you qualify for medications. If the prior authorization fails, and insurance does not cover the medication, we offer compounded medications to be shipped to your home.
Pillars to Weight Loss
- Medications
- Behavioral Changes
- Physical Activity
- Nutritional Therapy
Behavioral Therapy relates to staying accountable and following up with us every three months. You can find other ways to stay accountable like journaling or engaging your family in your health journey.
The Obesity Medicine Association recommends 5,000 to 10,000 steps per day or resistance training twice a week. Many patients do well with utilizing intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting has the most research behind it, and it can fit into any lifestyle fairly easily. You can start with a 12-hour fasting window and a 12-hour eating window and then close that to a 16 hour fasting window and 8 hour eating window.
We will send you some information about intermittent fasting and the Mediterranean Diet. The Mediterranean Diet isn’t a diet with specific recipes. Rather, it supports healthy fats, lean meats/fish, and lots of vegetables.
What to Know about Semaglutide
- Starts at $150/month. Increasing with dose.
- $350 for 10mg Vial.
- Compounded with B6.
- Shipped to your home in 7-10 days via UPS (usually).
Semaglutide High Concentration
(2.5 MG/ML – 10 MG total vial)
These are brand-new dosing instructions. Please use this dosing chart and text our office a picture of your first dose before injecting.
- Patients should stay on one dose for 2-4 weeks before increasing the dose to reduce side effects (nausea and vomiting).
- You may always text us to ask about increasing or titrating the dose.
- Weight loss visit is $99 every 3 months. The price includes shipping and syringes.
PLEASE TEXT THE OFFICE TO CONFIRM YOUR FIRST DOSE IS CORRECT: 405-696-7003
What to Know about Tirzepatide
- Starts at $250/month. Increasing with dose.
- $355 for a 20mg Vial (Signature Required).
- Compounded with B6.
- Shipped to your home in 7-10 days via UPS.
Video is about compound semaglutide – but the compound Tirzepatide is shipped and administered the same way.
Note: Important information – Tirzepatide decreases the effects of ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES so back up birth control is needed while on Tirzepatide.
Information About Your Compound Medications
This video guide shows how you can easily and quickly use your injection.
This video shares more detailed information and instructions on your pen.
Information about Saxenda
What to Know about Glucagon Peptides
The side effects are directly related to what you eat — usually. So, eating too fast (because you are slowing down the gastrointestinal tract), overeating, eating high-sugar, eating high-fat, and eating processed or high-carb foods will increase the risk of side effects.
These medications are contraindicated for patients who have a family history of medullary thyroid cancer, medullary endocrine neoplasia syndrome, or a personal history of pancreatitis.
Goals and Support
Resistance training or strength training 2x a week
5,000 to 10,000 steps a day
150-300 minutes of moderate to aerobic activity a week or 75-150 minutes of intense aerobic activity.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if I have nausea?
We can prescribe anti-nausea medications, and (in some cases), teach you how to do a half dose. Getting enough fiber, protein, and water can decrease the risk of side effects. Using a 24 hour food journal can help pin-point foods that can exacerbate your nausea.
What foods can increase nausea?
Overeating, eating too fast, high-fat, high processed, and high-sugar foods can make you nauseated.
Does it matter what time of day I take my shot?
It does not matter what time of day that you take your shot.
Does the medication have to be refrigerated?
Follow the directions on the manufacturer packaging. Most medications do not need to be refrigerated after opening.
Who can I call for any questions?
You may call or text us anytime if you have any questions or want to confirm your correct dosing instructions. 405-696-7003
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