FAQ
TIRZEPATIDE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Tirzepatide?
Tirzepatide is the active ingredient found in the brand-name medications Mounjaro™ and Zepbound™. Tirzepatide combines a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist and a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor, both of which are found in areas of the brain that regulate appetite.
What is the cost of Tirzepatide?
New start (4 weeks of medication): $400
Monthly maintenance (2.5mg/wk or 5mg every other week): $400
5mg/week (4 weeks): $500
7.5mg/week (4 weeks): $600
10mg/week (5 weeks): $700
Doses higher than 10mg/week to be discussed with the medical provider.
How much weight can I lose with Tirzepatide?
While every individual responds differently to medications, a medical study of almost 800 participants demonstrated that in a 88-week period, participants lost an average body weight of ~26.6%.
Who is a good candidate for Tirzepatide?
Adults with a BMI of 30 or more (obesity category).
Adults with a BMI of 27-29 (overweight category), who also have at least one weight-related comorbidity such as hypertension, diabetes type 2, or hyperlipidemia.
What is the best time to administer Tirzepatide?
Tirzepatide can be administered weekly, at any time of day but on the same day each week, with or without meals.
Where should Tirzepatide be administered?
Tirzepatide should be injected subcutaneously into upper arms, abdomen or thighs.
When is Tirzepatide contraindicated?
If there is a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MENS2) or in case of hypersensitivity to Tirzepatide.
What are the most common side effects associated with Tirzepatide?
The most common side effects of Tirzepatide include nausea, diarrhea/constipation, feeling bloated, heartburn, belching, dizziness, vomiting, and upset stomach.
How long does it take to receive the medication from Vitality Health?
Tirzepatide is dispensed by our contracted pharmacy. Current delivery time is 5-7 business days approximately.
Why am I not losing weight on Tirzepatide?
Be patient. Some people do not experience weight loss in the first 4 weeks. Everyone is different. Keep in mind these medications are to be used as tools and do not replace diet and exercise alone. While this is not common, some people do not experience weight loss until they reach a higher dose of 5 mg or even 7.5 mg. Do not increase dose prior to 4 weeks.
Can I stay at a particular dose without increasing?
Absolutely. If you find a dose that works for you, you can stay at that dosage. Just remember never to increase prior to 4 weeks.
What happens if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose and it has been 5-7 days past the due date of your injection, you may continue at current dose. If you miss a dose and it has been 8-13 days past the due date of your injection, reduce to the previous dose to minimize negative side effects. If greater than 14 days, you must go back to starting dose of 2.5mg and titrate back up every 4 weeks to the desired dose.
What should I do if I experience side effects?
If you experience any side effects please contact our office, your PCP, and go to your closest ER as needed. If you wish to minimize the reoccurrence of side effects, you may reduce your dose to 2.5mg (25 units) and titrate back up to the desired dose every 4-5 weeks.
How do I make an appointment?
To schedule a Telehealth or in-office visit, you can click on the Schedule Now tab on the home page, or call us at 706-305-4286.
Do you accept insurance?
Unfortunately, we are not accepting insurance for the weight loss program at this time.
What is Vitality Health’s refund policy?
We do not offer refunds for orders placed, goods received, and/or services rendered. Following FDA regulations, all prescription medications once dispensed by the pharmacy cannot be returned.
SEMAGLUTIDE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is the active ingredient found in the brand-name medications Wegovy® and Ozempic®. Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist prescribed as an adjunct to a healthy diet and exercise regimen for weight loss.
What is the cost of Semaglutide?
New start (6-8 weeks of medication): $300
0.5mg/week (5 weeks): $350
Monthly maintenance (1.25mg/wk or 2.4mg every other wk): $400
1mg/week (5 weeks): $400
1.7mg/week (4 weeks): $450
2.4mg/week (4 weeks): $500
How much weight can I lose with Semaglutide?
Everyone can respond differently to medications, but a medical study of roughly 2000 participants demonstrated that in a 68-week period, participants saw a 15% reduction of average body weight. Furthermore, 1 out of 3 participants lost more than 20% of their baseline body weight.
Who is a good candidate for Semaglutide?
Adults with a BMI of 30 or more (obesity category).
Adults with a BMI of 27-29 (overweight category), who also have at least one weight-related comorbid condition such as hypertension, diabetes type 2, or hyperlipidemia.
Pediatrics, 12 years and older with a BMI in the 95th percentile or greater.
What is the best time to administer Semaglutide?
Semaglutide can be administered weekly, at any time of day but on the same day each week, with or without meals.
Where should Semaglutide be administered?
Semaglutide should be injected subcutaneously into upper arms, abdomen or thighs.
When is Semaglutide contraindicated?
If there is a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MENS2) or in case of hypersensitivity to Semaglutide.
What are the most common side effects associated with Semaglutide?
The most common side effects of Semaglutide include nausea, diarrhea/constipation, feeling bloated, heartburn, belching, dizziness, vomiting, and upset stomach.
How long does it take to receive the medication from Vitality Health?
Semaglutide is dispensed by our contracted pharmacy. Current delivery time is 5-7 business days approximately.
Why am I not losing weight on Semaglutide?
Be patient. Some people do not experience weight loss in the first 4-8 weeks. Everyone is different. Keep in mind these medications are to be used as tools and do not replace diet and exercise alone. Some people do not experience weight loss until they reach a higher dose of 1mg or even 1.7mg. Do not increase dose prior to 3 weeks.
Can I stay at a particular dose without increasing?
Absolutely. If you find a dose that works for you and gives you great appetite suppression without side effects, you can stay at that dosage. Just remember never to increase prior to 4 weeks of any dose aside from the starting dose of 0.25mg (10 units).
What happens if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose and it has been 5-7 days past the due date of your injection, you may continue at current dose. If you miss a dose and it has been 8-13 days past the due date of your injection, reduce to the previous dose to minimize negative side effects. If greater than 14 days, you must go back to starting dose of 0.25mg and titrate back up every 4 weeks to the desired dose.
What should I do if I experience side effects?
If you experience any side effects please contact our office, your PCP, and go to your closest ER as needed. If you wish to minimize the reoccurrence of side effects, you may reduce your dose to 0.25mg (10 units) and titrate back up to the desired dose every 4-5 weeks. There is more prevalence with nausea and constipation with Semaglutide in comparison to Tirzepatide. Switching to Tirzepatide may be suggested if side effects persist.
How do I make an appointment?
To schedule a Telehealth or in-office visit, you can click on the Schedule Now tab on the home page, or call us at 706-305-4286.
Do you accept insurance?
Unfortunately, we are not accepting insurance for the weight loss program at this time.
What is Vitality Health’s refund policy?
We do not offer refunds for orders placed, goods received, and/or services rendered. Following FDA regulations, all prescription medications once dispensed by the pharmacy cannot be returned.