tirzepatide
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personalized Medical weight loss management
Tirzepatide in austin, tx (zepbound)
Tirzepatide is a semaglutide-like prescription weight loss medication that has proven highly successful weight loss studies. Tirzepatide is similar to semaglutide in that it activates the Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) hormone receptors. However, it is different because it additionally activates the Gastric Inhibitory Peptide (GIP) receptors. It comes in the brand Zepbound in both a prefilled pen or a classic vial form. At Maui MedSpa, Dr. Turnage and the team understand that losing excess weight is a critical part of overall wellness and aids in longevity for the years to come. Our weight loss wellness programs in Austin, TX are individually tailored and easy to follow, providing you support every step of the way.
Contact us today for a free consultation or visit our location in North Austin.
A personalized approach
When Dr. Turnage or another provider determines a patient is a candidate for Tirzepatide injections as part of their weight loss plan, he will prescribe either then pen or vial. The dose is tailored to the patients needs, and monthly follow-ups ensure a shared, team-based approach to your wellness goals.
What our tirzepatide plan includes
As a new patient you will start your wellness journey with a consultation with Dr. Turnage. At this visit he will take a detailed history and physical and review your initial lab work. If you are a candidate for Tirzepatide in Austin, you and Dr. Turnage will discuss the options prior to the first prescription. If Tirzepatide is ordered, you will return the following week for the first dose where we teach you how to use a pen or draw up the medication from the vial. Typically a dose is tapered in 4-8 week segments until optimal dosing is reached. Initially follow up visits occur monthly until a stable dose is reached, where typically follow ups occur in 8-12 week intervals.
How does Tirzepatide work?
Tirzepatide works by similar to the naturally occurring hormones GLP-1 and GIP. By activating the GLP-1 and GIP hormone receptors, Tirzepatide will help the body regulate blood sugar levels, decrease cravings, suppress appetite and increase feelings of fullness by slowing down digestion.
What is the cost of tirzepatide?
Cost of Tirzepatide:
$299 per month, up to 7.5mg.
$399 per month, for 7.5-15mg.
**While we do not bill insurance, we will provide diagnosis codes that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement. At Maui MedSpa, we offer flexible payment options for Purchases over $750
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Determining whether you are a candidate for Tirzepatide happens during your initial consultation. There are minimal BMI requirements to be aware of:
• An initial BMI of 30 or greater
• An initial BMI of 27 to 29.9 with at least one additional weight-related health issue such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol or triglycerides, diabetes, or pre-diabetes.
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Tirzepatide comes in either a prefilled dosing syringe or in a vial which the patient draws it up themselves.
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$385 per month.
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Tirzepatide is similar to most medications in that side effects are possible.
Common side effects include: Nausea / Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach Pain, Constipation and Fatigue.
As with Semaglutide, Tirzepatide should be used as prescribed and in conjunction with a health and balanced diet. Eating unhealthy amounts of “junk food” can worsen side effects, while a healthy balanced diet can ease side effects.
Other less common but more serious side effects include severe stomach problems, kidney problems, gallbladder problems, pancreatitis.
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Yes. Nausea and abdominal discomfort were commonly reported side effects. Usually these side effects occurred at a dose change. Thankfully this is typically temporary and fades as patient become adjusted to the medications.
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Tirzepatide is a once weekly injection. Initially this takes place at the office but then is transitioned to self-administered. The standard prescribed dosing starts at 5mg and slowly titrated up as tolerated. According to clinical studies, the average weight loss was:
• Tirzepatide 5-mg doses – Average change in weight was -15%
• Tirzepatide 10-mg dose – Average change is weight was -19.5%
• Tirzepatide 15-mg dose – Average change in weight was -20.59%
Impressively, in large clinical trials there were also improvements in cardiometabolic measures!
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Usually weight loss with Tirzepatide is slow and steady. While this varies person-to-person you can expect to notice weight loss within the first 1-3 months.
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For brand name Zepbound, we can use any large pharmacy such as Walgreens, HEB, Costco etc.
If compounded Tirzepatide is needed, then we use Grand Avenue Pharmacy. If you have had a prescription placed through Grand Avenue, you can contact them at:
1615 Grand Avenue Pkwy Ste 104 Pflugerville, TX 78660
(512) 377-1999
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