Lossing pens are injectable remedies such as Ozepic, Victoza or Mounjaro, suitable for weight loss in cases of obesity or overweight.
This is because weight -loss pens contain semaglutado, liraglutid or thypatide, for example, that act reducing the speed of food digestion and decrease the appetite.
Lossing pens should be used only with indication of the endocrinologist, and regular medical consultations to accompany weight loss and evaluate the emergence of side effects.
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How the pen to lose weight works
The slimming pens, such as Semaglutido and Liraglutide, belong to the class of the GLP-1 receptor agonists, which act as follows:
- Diminish gastrointestinal movements;
- Reduce gastric emptying, increasing the time the food is in the stomach;
- Increase the feeling of satiety;
- Decrease the appetite;
- Stimulates insulin release through the pancreas;
- Maintains balance in insulin levels;
- Improve control of blood sugar levels;
- Reduce the amount of glucose produced by the liver.
GLP-1 receptor agonists (glucagon-like peptide 1) lead to weight loss by reducing calorie consumption during the day, resulting in weight loss.
In addition, another class of weight loss pen is that of GLP-1 receptor agonists and the receptors GIP receptors (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide), such as tirzepatide, which potentiates the effects of these hormones and weight loss.
The use of slimming pens should be made with the indication of the endocrinologist and associated with a balanced diet and regular exercise practice.
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What are the pens to lose weight
The main slimming pens are:
1. Ozempic
Ozepic is a slimming pen that contains semaglute in its composition, a GLP-1 receptor agonist.
This medicine has an indication approved by Anvisa only for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
However, Ozempic can be indicated by the endocrinologist for weight loss, as use off-labelthat is, that is not in the package leaflet, after evaluating the person’s health, the risks and benefits of treatment.
The ozempic weight loss pen is found at doses of 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg and 1 mg, for application under the skin.
How to use: The injection of the ozempic weight loss pen should be done once a week, starting with doses less than 0.25 mg within the first 4 weeks. Here’s how to use the Ozempic lose pen correctly.
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2. Wegova
Wegovy is a weight loss pen that also contains semaglute in its composition.
This Wegovy Weight Loss Pen is indicated for the treatment of obesity or overweight in adults or adolescents over 12 years old, with body weight greater than 60 kg.
The Wegovy Weight Loss Pen is found at different doses of 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 1.7 mg and 2.4 mg and should be used only with indication, orientation and monitoring of the endocrinologist.
How to use: The Wegovy Weight Loss Pen should be applied under the belly skin, and the recommended initial dose is 0.25 mg, once a week.
This dose can be increased by the endocrinologist every 4 weeks to a maximum dose of 2.4 mg once a week.
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3. Mounjaro
The Mounjaro contains thyzepatitada in its composition, which is an agonist of the GLP-1 and GIP receptors, indicated for the treatment of uncontrolled 2 adult diabetes.
Although not officially approved for weight loss, Mounjaro may be indicated to lose weight due to its effect on reducing appetite.
The Mounjaro Weight Loss Pen is found at doses of 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg and 15 mg, and should be used with an endocrinologist indication.
How to use: The dose of the Mounjaro Weight Loss for Adults is 1 injection of 2.5 mg, once a week, in the first 4 weeks.
This dose can be increased by the doctor, in increments of 2.5 mg every 4 weeks, up to a maximum of 15 mg, once a week.
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4. Zepbound
Zepbound is another agonist of the GLP-1 and GIP receptors that contain tirzepatida in its composition.
This weight loss pen is indicated for the treatment of obesity or overweight in adults, with at least one associated disease such as diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
The Zepbound Weight Loss Pen is found in the doses of 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg or 15 mg.
How to use: The initial dose for adults of the Zepbound weight loss pen is 1 injection under the 2.5 mg skin once a week during the first 4 weeks.
This dose can be increased by the endocrinologist every 4 weeks, up to a maximum of 10 mg, once a week.
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5. Saxenda
Saxenda is a slimming pen that contains liraglutide, another LPG-1 agonist.
This weight loss pen is suitable for people with BMI greater than 30 kg/m2 or with BMI greater than 27 kg/m2 that have associated diseases such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes.
The SAXENDA weight loss pen is found at a dose of 6.0 mg/ml, with 3 ml of solution on each pen, for application under the skin.
How to use: For adults and adolescents over 12 years old, the initial dose of the SAXENDA weight loss pen is 0.6 mg, once a day.
The dose of Saxenda should be increased by the endocrinologist, at 0.6 mg intervals, so that in week 5 of treatment the dose is 3 mg, once a day.
6. Victoza
Victoza is another LPG-1 agonist containing liraglutide in its composition, indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults or children over 10 years old.
However, by reducing appetite, this remedy can be indicated by the endocrinologist to assist in weight loss in adults.
The Victoza Loss Pen is found in doses of 6.0 mg/ml containing 3 ml of solution solution under the skin.
How to use: The initial dose of the adult -adult saxenda weight loss pen is 1 0.6 mg injection once a day in the first week.
After this period, this dose can be increased by the doctor to 1.2 or 1.8 mg, once a day.
7. Trulicity
Trulicity contains dulagnituct in its composition, a long-term LPG agonist, suitable for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults or children over 10 years old.
For having a weight loss effect on people with diabetes, this medicine can be indicated as use off-label For weight loss, as it promotes the reduction of appetite, leading to weight loss.
The Trulicity weight loss pen should be applied under the skin and is found at doses of 0.75 mg/0.5 ml and 1.5 mg/0.5 ml.
How to use: The initial dose of the Trulicity weight loss pen is 0.75 mg, once a week.
The dose may be increased by the endocrinologist to 1.5 mg, once a week, according to response to treatment.
8. Byetta
Byetta is an agonist of the GLP-1 receptor, which contains adenatured in its composition, indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults.
However, byetta can help in weight loss in people with diabetes, so the doctor may indicate their use to lose weight.
The byetta weight loss pen is found at 5 mcg and 10 mcg doses for application under the skin.
How to use: The starting dose for adults is 1 5 mcg injection, 2 times a day, about 60 minutes before the morning and evening meals.
After the 1st month of treatment, the endocrinologist may increase the dose to 10 mcg, twice a day, according to the response to treatment and emergence of side effects.
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What is the best weight loss pen?
Some studies [1,2] They have shown that the slimming pen containing agonists of the GPL-1 and GIP receptors, such as tirzepatida, has a greater effect on weight reduction, than the pens containing only GPL-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide, liraglutido or dulagnitide.
However, further studies are needed to compare the effects of weight loss pens for weight loss.
It is important to emphasize that the use of any type of weight loss pen is done only with indication of the endocrinologist and with regular medical follow -up, as they can cause side effects.
How to apply the pen to lose weight
The slimming pen should be used in subcutaneous applications, ie under the skin of the belly, thigh or upper arm. See how to apply subcutaneous injection correctly.
In addition, it is important to wash your hands before and after application and vary the application site each week or day, according to the type of weight loss pen used.
Care when using the weight loss pen
Some precautions are important when using the slimming pen, such as:
- Follow up with the endocrinologist;
- Do not increase the dose on your own, but only after evaluation and indication of the endocrinologist;
- Communicate to the doctor the emergence of side effects;
- Avoid consuming alcoholic beverages;
- Inform the doctor immediately if it gets pregnant during treatment for women.
In addition, it is important to drink at least 2 liters of water a day to keep the body hydrated, and avoid dehydration if diarrhea or vomiting appears.
Pen to lose weight needs recipe?
The slimming pens are sold with prescription presentation.
To buy the slimming pen, it was determined by Anvisa, which is required from June/July 2024 two routes of the revenue, and one way will be retained in the pharmacy.
The validity time of the weight loss pen revenue will be 90 days from the date of prescription signed by the doctor.
Side Effects of Weight Loss Pens
The most common side effects of weight loss pens are:
- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea;
- Abdominal pain or gastroesophageal reflux;
- Excess intestinal gases or swollen belly;
- Pain, itching, irritation, injury and purple spots at the site of injection application;
- Hypoglycemia, especially when used with antidiabetic remedies;
In addition, more serious side effects such as inflammation in the pancreas (pancreatitis), gallbladder stone, (cholelithiasis) or stomach paralysis (gastroparesis) or intestinal obstruction may arise.
The weight loss pen can also cause severe allergic reactions or anaphylaxis. Learn to identify the symptoms of allergic reaction.
In cases of severe side effects, the emergency room should be immediately go to proper treatment.
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Risks of use without medical advice
The main risks of using the pen to lose weight without medical advice is the emergence of serious side effects.
This is because metabolic changes in the body are not monitored by the doctor, nor the dose and its change is oriented by the doctor.
In addition, drug interactions may occur, which may also increase the risk of serious side effects.
Therefore, the use of weight loss pens should only be done with indication, guidance and regular follow -up with the endocrinologist.
Who should not use
The slimming pen should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women or people who have allergies to the active ingredient or any other component of the injection.
People with type 1 diabetes, pancreatitis, inflammatory intestinal diseases, glands, cetoacidosis or diabetic retinopathy or with personal and family history of thyroid cancer, should not use the weight loss pen either.
Children over 10 years old and adolescents under the age of 18 should only use these drugs if the endocrinologist, for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
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