Semaglutide in Gilbert, AZ

Yes and no. Ozempic is a brand of semaglutide approved for type 2 diabetes. Semaglutide is approved for weight management as well, at a different dose, so it is the same medicine used a different way. The two are not interchangeable. What we prescribe here is compounded semaglutide from a pharmacy we have vetted, not a brand-name product, and it is an out-of-pocket expense either way.

It is a quick weekly injection given under the skin with a very fine needle. Most people say it is a brief pinch rather than something that hurts. We walk you through the exact steps so you feel confident doing it yourself at home.

The most common side effects are stomach related: nausea, an upset stomach, constipation or diarrhea. They usually show up when you start or when your dose goes up, and they tend to settle as your body adjusts. We give you practical ways to manage them. More serious problems are uncommon. They include pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, dehydration and low blood sugar. Your doctor goes through the signs to watch for, and when to call, before you start and at every follow-up.

There is no set deadline. Weight care is an ongoing journey, and stopping usually brings your appetite back along with some degree of weight regain. We work with you on a long-term plan, whether that means staying on a low maintenance dose or slowly tapering off once you reach your goals.

Any time you lose weight, your body can lose some muscle along with fat. To help keep you strong, our team helps you focus on eating enough protein and adding simple strength exercises to your routine.

Onyx is a self-pay clinic. Insurance does not cover weight-loss medication, so this is an out-of-pocket expense: your first visit, the medication, any lab work you need and your follow-ups. Both the office visit and the medication are billed by us, not by a pharmacy, and we fill through a small number of compounding pharmacies we have vetted. You get a clear, itemized cost breakdown at your consultation, with no hidden fees. Call us at (480) 531-2557 to talk through pricing.

No. Semaglutide is a prescription medication, so a doctor has to evaluate your health first. We review your medical history and order lab work when it is needed, to make sure this treatment is appropriate for you.

Yes. We see telemedicine patients nationwide. Once your first health evaluation is done, your routine follow-up visits can be handled from your phone or computer.