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(oral semaglutide) tablet
Daily oral tablet
Helps you feel full faster, longer
Improves the way your body responds to sugars
Rybelsus® is not Health Canada approved for weight loss, but may be prescribed off-label if a provider deems it appropriate
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Eligibility Criteria
You must be at least 18 years of age to enroll in our Medical Weight Loss Program.
You must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 21 or higher.
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are not eligible to participate in this program due to specific medical considerations associated with their condition.
*If we determine after the initial consultation that we're unable to treat you or enroll you into our program, you will receive a full refund. Please note that medication costs are not included.
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Dr. Melissa Hershberg, MD, is a board-certified physician, best-selling author and weight loss expert. Through her books, weight loss programs, articles and speaking, she has helped thousands of people make positive lifestyle changes.
Important Safety Information
Rybelsus treats type 2 diabetes but may be prescribed for weight loss, if appropriate. Rybelsus may have serious side effects, including possible thyroid tumors. Do not use if you or your family have a history of a type of thyroid cancer called MTC or MEN 2.
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What is Rybelsus?
Rybelsus contains an active ingredient called semaglutide that acts like GLP-1 in the body. Semaglutide can help lower blood sugar levels, regulating type 2 diabetes. Semaglutide can also help people reach and maintain a healthy weight because of how it works in the body.
Several forms of semaglutide are available on the market. While most are prescribed as injectable medications, Rybelsus is taken by mouth. Rybelsus is usually taken on an empty stomach once a day.
How Does Rybelsus Work?
Rybelsus functions by decelerating the digestive process, thereby prolonging feelings of fullness. As a GLP-1 receptor agonist, it mimics a naturally occurring hormone in your body that helps regulate blood sugar levels. Additionally, Rybelsus may aid in weight loss by supporting these metabolic processes.
Can Rybelsus Be Prescribed for Weight Loss?
Rybelsus is not approved by Health Canada to be prescribed for weight loss. That said, some doctors may prescribe Rybelsus off-label for weight loss purposes. Your health care team can help you figure out if Rybelsus is a safe and helpful choice for you. If not, there are many other lifestyle changes, treatments, and medications that can promote a healthy weight.
Does Rybelsus Help You Lose Weight?
Rybelsus can decrease a person’s appetite, which may, in turn, result in weight loss. Some research suggests that patients with type 2 diabetes have lost weight while taking the drug.
If you’re interested in taking Rybelsus for weight loss, speak to our Medical Weight Loss Team. Our healthcare professionals can help you determine the best method for managing your weight.
Side Effects
RYBELSUS® may cause serious side effects, including:
Possible thyroid tumors, including cancer. Tell your healthcare provider if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. These may be symptoms of thyroid cancer. In studies with rodents, RYBELSUS® and medicines that work like RYBELSUS® caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer. It is not known if RYBELSUS® will cause thyroid tumors or a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
Do not use RYBELSUS® if you or any of your family have ever had MTC, or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) or if you have had a serious allergic reaction to semaglutide or any of the ingredients in RYBELSUS®.
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