Weight Loss Medication

Well-known medications for medical weight reduction include Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Saxenda. They are administered as injections and contain active ingredients that can influence hunger, appetite, and satiety. Other medications, such as Ozempic or Rybelsus, are primarily approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Whether a medication may be considered in the context of weight reduction must always be assessed individually by a doctor.

At The Body Clinic, the focus is on medically supervised treatment options with approved medications for weight reduction. Some of the medications mentioned on this page are currently not regularly available: Rybelsus is available only upon request, Mysimba is currently not available in Germany, retatrutide is still being investigated in clinical trials, and orforglipron is not currently approved.

Well-known weight-loss injections include Wegovy with semaglutide, Mounjaro with tirzepatide, and Saxenda with liraglutide. They differ in terms of active ingredient, administration, dosage, approval status, and individual suitability. Which weight-loss injection is suitable should always be decided by a doctor.

Yes, there are also medications in tablet form. Rybelsus contains semaglutide, but it is approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and is currently available at The Body Clinic only upon request. Mysimba is another well-known medication in tablet form, but it is currently not available in Germany. Orforglipron is a new oral drug candidate, but it is not currently approved.

Important active ingredients in modern weight-loss medications include semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide. They act on different signaling pathways involved in hunger, appetite, satiety, and, in some cases, blood sugar regulation. You can find an overview on our page about active ingredients in weight-loss medications.

Weight-loss medications are generally considered for patients with obesity or for patients with overweight and weight-related comorbidities. Important factors include BMI, pre-existing conditions, previous weight-loss attempts, current medications, and possible contraindications. Eligibility should always be assessed individually as part of a medical consultation.

No. The medications described on this page are prescription-only and should not be used without medical assessment. Before starting treatment, suitability, dosage, possible side effects, and individual risks must be evaluated by a doctor.

There is no general answer to this question. The appropriate treatment depends on the individual medical situation, treatment goal, possible comorbidities, previous weight-loss attempts, and tolerability. At The Body Clinic, we first assess whether medication-based support is medically appropriate and which medication may be considered.

Possible side effects depend on the specific medication and active ingredient. They often affect the gastrointestinal system and may include nausea, a feeling of fullness, diarrhea, or constipation. It is important to discuss side effects with a doctor early and not to change the dosage on your own.

The cost depends on the medication, dosage, treatment duration, and individual treatment plan. You can find a general overview of the costs of our medically supervised weight loss program on our pricing page.