GLP-1 drugs are FDA-approved for patients with obesity, those who are overweight with related health conditions and those with specific health issues
When combined with Semaglutide, research suggests additive effects on appetite suppression and weight reduction (Enebo et al.)
In the meantime, the availability of the two highest-dose Zepbound vials gives providers and patients another important treatment option. Patients with obesity who choose to self pay will soon be able to access the complete range of Zepbound single-dose vials, including 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg
Pancreatic enzymes (amylase/lipase) if symptoms of pancreatitis occur
How to Maintain Weight After a GLP-1 Medication By Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN, LD GLP-1 receptor agonists, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have helped thousands of people lose weight and manage type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other conditions
Others eat 1,800 and panic that it is too much