Weight Loss Injections
At Manhattan Medical Arts
Your battle with weight is coming to an end!
Manhattan Medical Arts is your perfect weight management partner, and we have the most effective weight loss injections ready for YOU!
Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Mounjaro® are all available at our practice for those looking to lose weight safely or have obesity-related health issues.
Injectable Medication(s)
Semaglutide (Ozempic® and Wegovy®)
Semaglutide is the active ingredient in Ozempic® and Wegovy®. It is a weekly injectable GLP-1 medication. GLP-1 medications have been approved for type 2 diabetes because they lower blood and raise insulin levels. In addition to their effect on blood sugar and insulin levels, these injections are excellent at promoting weight loss.
Benefits
- Semaglutide has been FDA approved for type 2 diabetes (2017) and weight loss (2021).
- In addition to its effects on blood sugar and insulin, studies have shown that Semaglutide provided considerable weight loss (around 15% over 68 weeks).
- Our Semaglutide injections are compounded medications so the price is not affected by insurance coverage.
- Semaglutide injections are non-stimulant so they will not affect your blood pressure.
What to Expect
- GLP-1 medications mimic a hormone called GLP-1 that the body releases after a meal, signaling fullness and lowering appetite. They also slow gastric emptying, so food moves slower through the stomach.
- You will receive injections that need to be done weekly.
- You will start on the lowest dose and gradually work your way up.
- The price of the shot per week is dependent on the dose: 0.25mg (starting dosage) is $80 per shot.
- You, in consultation with your doctor, will have the option to increase your dose every 4 weeks.
Note: cost per shot increases as dosage increases.
Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®)
Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in Mounjaro®, a weekly injectable GLP-1 medication. GLP-1 medications have been approved for type 2 diabetes because they lower blood sugar and raise insulin levels. In addition to affecting blood sugar and insulin levels, studies have shown these injections are excellent at promoting weight loss.
Benefits
- Tirzepatide attaches to two different receptors in the brain (GLP-1 and GIP), unlike previous GLP-1 medications, which is only attached to one.
- Our Tirzepatide injections are compounded medications so the price is not affected by insurance coverage.
- Tirzepatide injections are non-stimulant so they will not affect your blood pressure.
What to Expect
- Tirzepatide results in increased overall weight loss (around 20%).
- GLP-1 medications mimic a hormone called GLP-1 that the body releases after a meal, signaling fullness and lowering appetite. They also slow gastric emptying, so food moves slower through the stomach.
- You will receive injections that need to be done weekly.
- You will start on the lowest dose and gradually work your way up.
- The price of the shot per week is dependent on the dose: 2.5mg (starting dosage) is $95 per shot.
- You, in consultation with your doctor, will have the option to increase your dose every 4 weeks.
Note: cost per shot increases as dosage increases.
Oral Medication
Phentermine
Phentermine is a prescription appetite suppressant and stimulant used for short-term weight loss management.
Benefits
- When combined with a reduced-calorie diet and exercise, Phentermine helps to maintain your eating habits, curb your appetite, and boost energy.
- About 95% of our patients who use Phentermine experience positive results, with the average patient losing 4-8 lbs.
What to Expect
- Daily, oral supplement in tablets or capsules
- 30 day supply
- Cost: $50 – $100 / month depending on pharmacy
How We Do It
Manhattan Medical Arts believes that successful weight loss starts with a focused 90-day plan. Our approach is to work closely together for at least 3-months to help you establish winning strategies and habits proven to help overcome the barriers to sustainable weight loss.
We work with your insurance when possible and also provide self-pay options.
Insurance
Self-pay
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