Wegovy Weight Loss Program
The only semaglutide with full FDA review, available as a weekly injection or daily pill. Elite Total Wellness prescribes and monitors Wegovy at our Downtown Memphis clinic.
How it Works
How Wegovy Works
Wegovy contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics a hormone your body produces after eating. It slows digestion, reduces appetite, and helps you feel full with smaller portions.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonist
Mimics natural hormones to regulate appetite and food intake.
Proven Weight Loss Results
Participants lost an average of 14.9% of body weight over 68 weeks.
Sustained Appetite Control
Addresses biological signals that make sustained weight loss difficult.
Injection or Pill
Wegovy is available as a once-weekly injection or a once-daily oral tablet. Your provider at Elite helps you choose the formulation that fits your lifestyle.
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What Results Look Like
Measurable results typically appear by weeks eight to twelve, with accelerated loss as therapeutic doses are reached.
Weeks 2–4
Reduced appetite and smaller portion sizes become noticeable.
Weeks 8–12
Measurable weight loss appears on the scale.
64 Weeks
Average 16.6% body weight lost with Wegovy pill.
68 Weeks
Average 14.9% body weight lost with Wegovy injection.
Eligibility
Who Qualifies
Wegovy is FDA-approved for adults meeting specific medical criteria.
Common Side Effects
Most side effects are gastrointestinal and improve as your body adjusts.
- Nausea (most common during dose escalation)
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Vomiting (typically mild and temporary)
- Headache or fatigue
How We Manage Side Effects
Elite starts every patient at the lowest dose and increases gradually over 16-17 weeks to allow your body to adapt comfortably.
Your Program
What to Expect at Elite
Injection Dosing Schedule
Starts at 0.25 mg weekly, increasing every four weeks to reach the maintenance dose of 2.4 mg.
Pill Dosing Schedule
Starts at 1.5 mg daily, taken on an empty stomach, increasing over several weeks to 25 mg.
Monthly Monitoring
Check-ins for weigh-ins, vital signs, and progress tracking to ensure long-term success.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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