Palos Urgent Care

Weight loss medicine as a daily pill.

Two FDA-approved GLP-1 medicines for weight management now come as a daily pill: the Wegovy pill (semaglutide) and Foundayo (orforglipron). Ask the doctor whether a pill is an option for you.

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Medical weight loss

GLP-1 weight loss pills

The FDA approved the Wegovy pill in December 2025 and Foundayo in April 2026, for adults with obesity, or overweight with a weight-related condition, together with eating changes and more activity. They work like the weekly shots, by copying a gut hormone so you feel full sooner. The doctor decides with you whether a pill or a shot is the better fit.

Tell the doctor first if you

Are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy
Have had pancreatitis or gallbladder problems
Have diabetes, kidney disease or slow stomach emptying
Have had medullary thyroid cancer, or it runs in your family
Take other medicines by mouth, since timing can matter

Severe stomach pain that does not go away? Stop the medicine and call us, or go to the emergency room.

What to expect

First visit
We review your health history, weight, blood pressure and medicines, and order bloodwork if needed.
Choosing a medicine
The doctor explains the pills and the shots, how each is taken, the side effects and the cost.
Regular check-ins
We track your weight, side effects, blood pressure and blood sugar, and adjust the plan.

Cost and insurance

Visits are billed like any other doctor visit. Medication is billed separately, and coverage for the medicine varies widely by plan.

Medicare
Illinois Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare
Humana

Not sure about your plan? Call (708) 529-7109 and we will check.

Self-pay prices

First visit: $129
Monthly check-in: $79

Fees may be adjusted due to complications or unforeseen circumstances.

Common questions

Do the pills work as well as the shots?

Results differ by medicine and by person. The doctor will go through what the trials showed for each one.

How are the pills taken?

Once a day. Each medicine has its own instructions about food and water, which the doctor and pharmacist will explain.

What are the common side effects?

Nausea, diarrhea or constipation, vomiting and stomach pain. They are usually mild and ease as your body adjusts.

Can I switch from a shot to a pill?

Sometimes. Ask the doctor, who will decide based on your health, your dose and how you have responded.

Do you prescribe compounded pills or drops?

No. We prescribe FDA-approved medicines only.

GLP-1 weight loss pills in Palos Hills.