Interview: How safe is GLP-⁠1 pharmacotherapy in Germany?

First noticeable effects usually appear in the very first week of treatment: hunger often eases markedly within 3–5 days, smaller portions fill you up, and the desire for sweets and high-calorie snacks lessens. A first measurable weight loss typically shows after 2–4 weeks. With diabetes, blood sugar levels can stabilise within 1–2 weeks, and many feel better in general after just a few days.

Modern pens make use easy and barely noticeable: the needles are very thin (32G), pre-filled pens avoid dosing errors, and safety mechanisms on the needle protect against injury. Our staff will show you how to use it; 98% get used to it without difficulty within a week. You can inject into the abdomen, thigh or upper arm. More on this in the step-by-step guide.

In the experience of Weight Doctors®, adjustment reactions occur in around 10% of patients, mostly temporary: nausea in the first 2–4 weeks (usually mild), reduced appetite (desired), occasional changes in digestion and, more rarely, dizziness or tiredness. If you have side effects, contact us at any time – your specialist will adjust the treatment.

Long-term studies show that 68% of patients maintain at least 75% of their weight loss over 2 years. Many have permanently changed their eating habits, and the risk of a complete relapse is lower than after conventional diets. Refresher treatments can stabilise the results if needed; behavioural therapy and lifestyle coaching markedly improve long-term results. Results vary from person to person.

The dose is reduced gradually instead of being stopped abruptly. Intensive follow-up care follows for at least 6 months, with individual strategies to maintain weight and access to the Weight Doctors® 360° Coaches. Where needed, follow-on therapies or combination treatments are possible.

Yes, for example: before a Weight Doctors SLEEVE® or weight-loss surgery, to reduce risks; together with a gastric balloon, to strengthen its effect; after an operation, to stabilise weight and improve it further; as part of Weight Doctors® RESHAPE for body contouring; and together with personal, DNA-based nutrition programmes.