Weight Loss Medications in Washington, DC
How Do Weight Loss Medications
Fit Into the Membership Program?
At Gut Theory Total Digestive Care, Dr. Janese Laster-Butler offers medically supervised weight loss treatment in conjuction with membership programs in Washington, DC, with online access also available through the practice. Your plan is built around your body, your health history, and the barriers that may be making weight loss harder than it should be.
Prescription weight loss medications work in different ways. Some help you feel less hungry or full sooner, while others support appetite regulation, blood sugar control, food noise, cravings, and energy balance. GLP-1–based medications work on hormone pathways involved in appetite and digestion, and they delay gastric emptying as part of their effect profile. These medications are meant to work alongside reduced-calorie eating and increased physical activity, not replace them.
Once Dr. Laster-Butler decides that medication is appropriate, she works with you to select the option and dosing plan that best fit your needs and monitors your response over time. If needed, your dose can be adjusted or your medication can be changed to help you keep moving toward your goals safely and steadily.
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Who Is a Candidate for Weight Loss Medication?
You may be a good candidate for prescription weight loss medication if you:
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with weight-related health conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes;
- Have tried to lose weight through diet and exercise but have not had any success;
- Are committed to making permanent lifestyle changes and following a doctor-supervised weight loss plan;
- Do not have any medical conditions that would prevent you from safely using the medication.
Can I Take Weight Loss Medication without Diet or Exercise?
Prescription medications are meant to work together with healthy lifestyle habits but not to replace them. When used alongside a balanced diet, regular exercise, and under Dr. Laster-Butler’s ongoing supervision, you will get optimal results.
Are These Medications Safe?
Yes, weight loss medications are considered safe for most people to use when prescribed and monitored by a board-certified weight loss doctor. Like any type of medication, there are side effects that are possible, but Dr. Laster-Butler will help you understand the potential side effects of any medication being considered and ensure the treatment is safe for you.
What Happens if The Medication Stops Working?
If you hit a long weight loss plateau or stop seeing any progress, Dr. Laster-Butler can adjust your dose or change your medication to get your weight loss journey back on track.
How easy is it to get to Gut Theory Total Digestive Care office?
Gut Theory Total Digestive Care office is located in Friendship Heights, right next to Friendship Heights Metro Station on the Red Line, making it easy to reach from many parts of Washington, DC, including Chevy Chase, Tenleytown, the American University area, and other Northwest DC neighborhoods.
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