Semaglutide & Tirzepatide Weight Loss in Longview, TX
Yes, Texas Primary Care Associates prescribes GLP-1 weight-loss medicines, including semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound), for adults in Longview, TX who qualify. These once-weekly injections reduce appetite and help you feel full sooner. Your provider checks your eligibility, starts a low dose and monitors your progress and side effects.
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What are semaglutide and tirzepatide?
Semaglutide and tirzepatide are prescription medicines that act like natural gut hormones involved in appetite and blood sugar. Semaglutide acts like the hormone GLP-1. Tirzepatide acts on two hormone receptors, GIP and GLP-1. Both slow how fast your stomach empties and reduce hunger, so you eat less and feel full sooner.
For weight loss, semaglutide is sold as Wegovy and tirzepatide as Zepbound. Both are once-weekly injections used together with a reduced-calorie diet and more physical activity. At Texas Primary Care Associates, they are prescribed as part of a medical weight loss plan.
- Eligibility and health history review
- Lab work when needed
- Slow dose increases to limit side effects
- Regular follow-up and insurance benefit checks
What GLP-1 weight loss care includes
Medicine works best with the right support. Here is what your care includes.
Eligibility review
Your BMI, health conditions, medicines and history are checked to see if GLP-1 treatment is safe for you.
Weight loss programDose planning
You start at a low dose that increases about every four weeks, as tolerated.
Medication managementHealth tracking
Weight, blood pressure and blood sugar tracked at follow-up visits.
Blood pressure careHow GLP-1 weight loss treatment works
Starting a GLP-1 medicine is a step-by-step process.
First visit
Your provider reviews your history and medicines and checks your weight, BMI and blood pressure.
Approval and prescription
If you qualify, the clinic checks insurance coverage and sends your prescription to the pharmacy.
Start low, go slow
You learn how to give the weekly injection and start at a low dose that increases over several months.
Follow-up
Regular visits track your progress and side effects and adjust your dose and plan.
Semaglutide vs tirzepatide: how do they compare?
Both are effective weekly medicines. Your provider helps choose based on your health, goals and insurance coverage.
| Semaglutide (Wegovy) | Tirzepatide (Zepbound) | Ozempic & Mounjaro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Acts like the GLP-1 hormone | Acts on both GIP and GLP-1 hormone receptors | The same medicines: Ozempic is semaglutide and Mounjaro is tirzepatide |
| How it is taken | Once-weekly injection, dose increased slowly | Once-weekly injection, dose increased slowly | Once-weekly injection |
| Approved use | Chronic weight management; also lowers heart attack and stroke risk in adults with heart disease and excess weight | Chronic weight management; also obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity | Type 2 diabetes |
| Common side effects | Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation | Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation | Similar stomach side effects |
What to know before starting a GLP-1 medicine
GLP-1 medicines can lead to meaningful weight loss, but they are not right for everyone, and they work best as part of a long-term plan. Weight often returns if the medicine is stopped, so your provider talks with you about how long treatment may last.
Who may qualify
GLP-1 weight-loss medicines are generally approved for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol. Your provider confirms eligibility at your visit.
Who should not take them
- People who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy
- People with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer
- People with multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- People who have had a serious allergic reaction to these medicines
Managing common side effects
- Eat smaller meals and stop when you feel full
- Limit greasy, fried and very sweet foods
- Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration
- Tell your provider if nausea or vomiting does not ease, since your dose can be adjusted
Insurance and cost
Texas Primary Care Associates accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Ambetter. Coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss medicines varies widely, and many plans require prior authorization. The clinic checks your benefits before you start so you know what to expect.
Explore related care at our clinic
- Medical weight loss program
- Weight loss for prediabetes
- Diabetes management
- Signs of insulin resistance
- Med checks & refills
- High blood pressure treatment
- Insurance accepted
- Primary care
Sources
- Semaglutide Injection, MedlinePlus Drug Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Tirzepatide Injection, MedlinePlus Drug Information
- Prescription Medications to Treat Overweight & Obesity, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
- Calculate Your BMI, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Last updated October 9, 2026 by Texas Primary Care Associates.
GLP-1 care from our providers
Your GLP-1 treatment is prescribed and monitored by the same providers who manage your overall health.
Gloria Montes
Provides primary care for adults, adolescents and children, with a focus on preventive care and chronic disease management.
NPI 1992375646
Steven Thompson, M.D.
Graduate of New York Medical College, caring for adults with acute illnesses and long-term conditions.
“I have been coming to Texas Primary Care Associate for the past two years, and I’m happy to say Gloria is the best! She is attentive, caring, and she keeps me healthy.”
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Stop the medicine and call your provider, or call 911 for severe symptoms, if you have:
- Severe belly pain that will not go away, with or without vomiting, which can be a sign of pancreatitis
- Pain in the upper right belly, fever or yellow skin or eyes
- Vomiting or diarrhea that keeps you from holding down fluids
- Swelling of the face, lips or throat, or trouble breathing
- A lump or swelling in the neck, or trouble swallowing
Warning signs based on MedlinePlus: Semaglutide Injection and MedlinePlus: Tirzepatide Injection.
GLP-1 weight loss questions we hear most
Quick answers about semaglutide and tirzepatide in Longview.
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Call (903) 230-9811Do you prescribe semaglutide and tirzepatide?
Yes. Texas Primary Care Associates prescribes semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound) for adults in Longview who qualify, as part of a medically supervised weight loss plan.
Who qualifies for GLP-1 weight-loss medicine?
Generally, adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 or higher with a weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol. Your provider confirms whether it is safe for you.
Does insurance cover semaglutide or tirzepatide for weight loss?
Coverage varies widely. Some plans cover these medicines with prior authorization, and some do not cover weight-loss medicines at all. The clinic checks your benefits before you start.
What are the common side effects?
Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting and constipation are most common, especially when starting or increasing the dose. They often ease over time. Serious side effects are less common, so report severe belly pain right away.
How often are follow-up visits?
Follow-up is more frequent while your dose is being increased, then spaced out once you are on a steady dose. Your provider sets the schedule with you.
Is tirzepatide better than semaglutide?
Both are effective. Tirzepatide acts on two hormone receptors and semaglutide on one. Your provider helps choose based on your health, goals, side effects and insurance coverage.
What happens if I stop taking it?
Appetite often returns and weight may come back. Your provider plans for the long term with you, including healthy habits that help maintain your results.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. GLP-1 treatment starts with a scheduled visit so your provider has time to review your health. Call (903) 230-9811 to book.
Start GLP-1 weight loss in Longview
Texas Primary Care Associates
705 E Marshall Ave, Suite 3001, Medical Building Plaza #3
Longview, TX 75601
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- 8:00am – 5:00pm (walk-ins welcome)
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- (903) 230-9811
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- (903) 653-1431
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Texas Primary Care Associates offers GLP-1 weight loss Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, at 705 E Marshall Ave in Longview. Call to book your first visit.