Recovery & Results What to Expect After Starting Semaglutide There is no recovery period since it is simply a weekly injection you receive and then go about your day as normal
It was a wonderful experience from the check in to the treatment
How should I distribute my protein intake throughout the day
The goal is to make sure that the body gets the right amount of medicine from each dose, similar to the effectiveness of injections
It works by mimicking a natural hormone, slowing gastric emptying, enhancing satiety, and improving insulin response
doi:10.1002/oby.24067 Medically reviewed by Eli Luft, PA-C Updated March 2026 Rivas Medical Weight Loss 34 years of physician-led weight management across Maryland, Virginia, and Florida