First Month on Semaglutide: A Week-by-Week Diary Guide

You searched for Semaglutide, and you're in the right place. An EU-licensed doctor can review your case and, if appropriate, issue a Semaglutide prescription online. This means no waiting rooms, no in-person visits – just a straightforward, €25 online consultation. If the doctor finds treatment appropriate, you receive your electronic prescription in under 24 hours, valid at any EU pharmacy. That's how simple it is to get started with Hi-Doctor.

How it works — get your Semaglutide prescription in 4 steps

1. Fill your online medical questionnaire in 2–3 minutes.
2. A licensed EU doctor reviews your case in private.
3. If the doctor finds treatment appropriate, you receive a REMPE electronic prescription within 24 hours.
4. Pick up your medication at any EU pharmacy (Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Germany, etc.).

Who qualifies for Semaglutide

Our EU-licensed doctors follow clinical guidelines to determine if Semaglutide is appropriate for you. They look for specific criteria, including:

• A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 kg/m² or greater (obesity).
• A BMI of 27 kg/m² or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or dyslipidemia.
• No contraindications, which include a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2), or severe kidney disease.
• No current pregnancy or breastfeeding, and not planning to become pregnant in the near future.

The doctor reviews your full medical history and current health status through the confidential online questionnaire to ensure Semaglutide is safe and effective for your individual needs.

What Semaglutide actually does (and doesn't do)

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. It mimics a natural hormone in your body, helping regulate your appetite and blood sugar. Here's what it does:

• Reduces appetite: You feel fuller, faster, and for longer. This naturally leads to eating less.
• Slows digestion: Food stays in your stomach longer, enhancing the feeling of fullness.
• Improves blood sugar control: It helps your body release insulin more effectively when blood sugar is high.

These actions contribute to weight loss by reducing your overall calorie intake. It's important to understand that Semaglutide is a tool, not a magic bullet. It supports your efforts, but it doesn't replace healthy eating and lifestyle changes. Results vary, and gradual, sustainable weight loss is the goal. You won't 'lose 10 kg in a month' — expect a steady, medically supervised journey.

Side effects and when to stop

Like all medications, Semaglutide can cause side effects. Most are mild and temporary, especially during the initial weeks as your body adjusts to the dose. Common side effects include:

• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• Fatigue

If you experience severe or persistent side effects, or any of the following red flags, contact your doctor immediately:

• Severe abdominal pain that may radiate to your back (possible pancreatitis).
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), dark urine, or clay-colored stools (possible gallbladder issues).
• Signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing, or dizziness.

Your Hi-Doctor EU-licensed doctor provides ongoing support and guidance through your private in-app chat. They will advise you on managing side effects and when it might be necessary to adjust your treatment plan or stop the medication.

Why Hi-Doctor vs. walking into a clinic

Choosing Hi-Doctor for your Semaglutide prescription offers significant advantages over traditional in-person clinic visits:

• Speed: Get your prescription in under 24 hours from an EU-licensed doctor. No weeks of waiting for an appointment.
• Price: A flat €25 for your online consultation. No hidden fees, no variable private-clinic costs.
• Privacy: Everything happens in your secure, RGPD-compliant, auditable in-app chat. No reception desks, no waiting rooms, no need to explain your health journey to anyone but your doctor.
• Convenience: Access expert medical care from your phone, anywhere in the EU. No travel, no time off work, no parking hassles.
• Trust: Join over 50,000 patients who trust Hi-Doctor for their healthcare needs. We hold a 4.8 Trustpilot rating because we deliver on our promises.