Semaglutide Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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 and management. 

  • While every individual responds differently to medications, a medical study of 1961 participants demonstrated that in a 68-week period, participants lost an average body weight of ~15%. Furthermore, 1 out of 3 participants lost more than 20% of their baseline body weight. 

  • • 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 hyperlipidedemia. 

    • Pediatrics, 12 years and older with a BMI in the 95th percentile or greater. 

  • Semaglutide can be administered weekly, at any time of day but on the same day each week, with or without meals. 


  • Semaglutide should be injected subcutaneously into upper arms, abdomen or thighs. 

  • The maintenance dose of Semaglutide is 2.4 mg once weekly. 

  • Family First Telehealth does dosing based on you, a bottle may last you a while if you are comfortable losing weight on a dose of 0.5mg weekly. Visits are built into your plan and the first injection may be done via a video visit. 

  • 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. 

  • The most common side effects of Semaglutide include nausea, diarrhea/constipation, feeling bloated, heartburn, belching, dizziness, vomiting, and upset stomach. With 1:1 Board Certified Practitioner we do help monitor and combat this side effects. 

  • Semaglutide is dispensed by our contracted pharmacy. 

  • To schedule a Telehealth or in-office visit, you can click on the Book An Appointment tab. 

  • Unfortunately, we are not accepting insurance for the weight loss program at this time. 

  • 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.