Medications

Saguaro Medical Weight Control is proud to introduce REVOLUTIONARY

weight loss programs!

Our program challenges conventional wisdom about weight loss and views excessive weight as a medical condition requiring medical attention. This program has been researched since 1980 and involves the use of FDA approved medications – which are all fully endorsed. Most people have little or no side effects. They actually enhance the body’s natural inclination to lose weight and healthy.

The following appetite suppressants and medications are approved for weight loss in conjunction with a nutritional program and exercise. They are endorsed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In or order for the program and medications to be effective, you must follow a reduced-calorie diet and exercise a minimum of three times per week in conjunction with the medication. In addition, to maintain your weight loss and prevent future weight gain, the changes that you made in your diet and consistent exercise must be continued after the weight has been lost.

Phentermine (15mg, 37.5mg)
Phendimetrazine (35 mg)

Semaglutide

What is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is an injectable glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist that’s administered once weekly. It was originally approved in 2017 — at a lower dose under the brand name Ozempic — to help control blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes. People taking Ozempic for blood sugar control also tend to lose weight as an additional benefit.

Because of this, Novo Nordisk studied the medication in people without Type 2 diabetes, but at a higher dose. Now, Semaglutide (under the brand name Wegovy) is FDA-approved for weight loss.

Semaglutide should be used in combination with lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet and exercise.

How does Semaglutide work for weight loss?

GLP-1 is an incretin hormone that plays a role in your appetite and digestion. Incretins — hormones released by your digestive tract — are sent out by your body after you’ve eaten a meal. They help lower your blood sugar by triggering insulin release and blocking sugar production. They also slow down how quickly food leaves your stomach (called gastric emptying). The result of these actions causes you to feel full = lowering your appetite and aiding you in losing weight. Medications like GLP-1 agonists are referred to as incretin mimetics since they “mimic” these effects. As mentioned above, GLP-1 agonists, like Semaglutide, were originally used to treat Type 2 diabetes. However, the weight loss side effect has been shown to benefit people without Type 2 diabetes as well.

Tirzepatide

What is Tirzepatide?

Tirzepatide is an injectable glucagon-like peptide-1 and Glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GLP-1/ GIP) receptor agonist that’s administered once weekly. It was originally approved in 2017 — at a lower dose under the brand name Mounjaro — to help control blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes. People taking Mounjaro for blood sugar control also tend to lose weight as an additional benefit. Now, Tirzepatide (Monograph) is FDA-approved for weight loss.

Tirzepatide should be used in combination with lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet and exercise.

How does Tirzepatide work for weight loss?

GLP-1 & GIP is an incretin hormone that plays a role in your appetite and digestion. Incretins — hormones released by your digestive tract — are sent out by your body after you’ve eaten a meal. They help lower your blood sugar by triggering insulin release and blocking sugar production. They also slow down how quickly food leaves your stomach (called gastric emptying). The result of these actions causes you to feel full = lowering your appetite and aiding you in losing weight. Medications like GLP-1 agonists are referred to as incretin mimetics since they “mimic” these effects. As mentioned above, GLP-1 agonists, like Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, were originally used to treat Type 2 diabetes. However, the weight loss side effect has been shown to benefit people without Type 2 diabetes as well.

Hcg (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)

HCG stands for Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, which is a natural hormone that activates the hypothalamus gland and causes your body to use your stored fat for energy. This all-natural hormone is safe and effective for weight loss, with no stimulants to make you feel nervous or jittery.

HCG targets the adipose fat (stubborn fat), so patients can lose from 15 up to 25 lbs in a month with a low calorie diet.

Works fast & naturally reduces hunger.

Available in insulin injections.

Hydrochlorathiazide 25mg (Hctz)

Diuretic hydrochlorothiazide is designed to help eliminate excess fluid retention and swelling. It can also treat high blood pressure.

Disclaimer:

Patients who are currently taking HCTZ will not qualify for a prescription water pill.