You’ve tried eating better. You’ve committed to workouts. You’ve followed plans, tracked calories, and stayed consistent, yet the scale barely moves, or worse, it creeps upward. You may notice constant cravings, stubborn belly fat, low energy, or a cycle of losing and regaining weight. When your efforts don’t match your results, it can feel incredibly discouraging.
At Invigue Medical Aesthetics and Wellness in Ashburn, we understand that weight struggles are often rooted in more than willpower alone. Hormones, metabolism, insulin resistance, and appetite regulation affect your ability to lose weight and keep it off. We offer compounded semaglutide to help support your body’s natural weight-regulating processes and create a more sustainable path forward. So how do you know if it’s right for you? Let’s explore the key signs.
What is compounded semaglutide?
Compounded semaglutide is a customized form of a GLP-1 receptor agonist formulated to support weight loss. GLP-1 is a hormone your body naturally produces to help regulate appetite, digestion, and blood sugar levels. When supported therapeutically, it can enhance feelings of fullness, reduce hunger, and slow gastric emptying so you feel satisfied with smaller portions.
Because compounded semaglutide is prepared in a compounding pharmacy, it allows our providers to tailor dosing and treatment plans to your needs. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, your plan is personalized based on your health history, goals, and response to treatment. When combined with lifestyle guidance, semaglutide can become a powerful tool for long-term weight management.
You may be a good candidate for compounded semaglutide if:
You struggle with constant hunger or cravings
If you feel hungry shortly after eating or experience frequent cravings, especially for carbohydrates or sugary foods, it may be a sign that your appetite-regulating hormones are out of balance. Compounded semaglutide works by helping signal fullness to your brain, which can make it easier to feel satisfied and in control around food. Over time, many patients notice fewer intrusive thoughts about eating.
You have difficulty losing weight despite consistent efforts
You might already be eating thoughtfully and exercising regularly, yet your progress has stalled. This can happen when metabolic factors, insulin resistance, or hormonal fluctuations interfere with how your body uses energy. Compounded semaglutide helps improve metabolic efficiency and blood sugar regulation, allowing your body to respond more effectively to the healthy habits you’re already practicing.
You have a body mass index (BMI) that meets medical criteria
Many candidates for compounded semaglutide have a BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, or prediabetes. These guidelines help our providers determine whether medical weight loss support may be appropriate as part of your overall care plan.
You experience weight-related health concerns
Carrying excess weight can contribute to fatigue, joint discomfort, sleep issues, and increased risk of chronic conditions. If weight is affecting your quality of life or long-term health outlook, compounded semaglutide may help reduce these risks by supporting gradual, steady weight loss under medical supervision.
You want a medically supervised, structured approach
If you prefer guidance from experienced medical professionals rather than navigating weight loss alone, compounded semaglutide may be a good fit. At Invigue, our providers oversee every step of your journey, from initial consultation to dosing adjustments and follow-up visits, so you feel supported, informed, and safe throughout treatment.
You are committed to lifestyle changes
While compounded semaglutide can significantly support weight loss, it works best alongside healthy nutrition, movement, hydration, and sleep habits. If you’re ready to embrace a comprehensive approach and view this as a long-term investment in your health, you’re more likely to achieve sustainable results.
Who may not be an ideal candidate?
While compounded semaglutide can be highly effective for many people, it is not appropriate for everyone. Your safety comes first, which is why candidacy is determined through a medical evaluation rather. Certain health conditions, life stages, or medication considerations may increase risk or make this treatment less suitable.
You may not be an ideal candidate for compounded semaglutide if you:
- Are currently pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2)
- Have a history of severe gastrointestinal disorders, such as gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying)
- Have experienced pancreatitis or have certain pancreatic conditions
- Have uncontrolled gallbladder disease
- Are allergic to semaglutide or any components of the formulation
- Are taking medications that may significantly interact with GLP-1 receptor agonists
What to expect during your consultation
Your journey begins with a comprehensive, one-on-one consultation to understand you as a whole. Our providers take time to review your medical history, weight loss experiences, lifestyle habits, current medications, and goals. When appropriate, lab testing or body composition analysis may be recommended to identify metabolic or hormonal factors for weight gain.
Using this information, we determine whether compounded semaglutide is safe and appropriate for you. If it is, your treatment plan is fully customized, including individualized dosing, supportive lifestyle guidance, and a schedule for follow-up visits. Because weight loss is not linear, we continue to monitor your progress and adjust your plan as needed. This ensures your treatment evolves with your body, so you stay on track toward sustainable results.
If you recognize yourself in these descriptions, you may be a good candidate for compounded semaglutide. At Invigue Medical Aesthetics and Wellness, we believe weight loss should feel empowering. Our providers are here to guide you with expertise and compassion. Schedule a consultation today to discover whether compounded semaglutide is right for you.
