This FDA approval offers an additional tool to address this serious, chronic, progressive disease. In addition to the usual safety information for this class of medications, the product label suggests discontinuing Wegovy before attempting pregnancy (for both females and males), and stopping if an unplanned pregnancy occurs
When you take a GLP-1 medication, it targets the areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake
In the pancreas, semaglutide stimulates glucose-dependent insulin secretion and suppresses inappropriate glucagon release, thereby improving glycemic control
Defects in the gene that helps stimulate production of IGF-1 causes insulin-like growth factor 1 deficiency, which is associated with stunted growth and development
In contrast, compounded medications can offer similar therapeutic benefits at a fraction of the cost, making them an attractive option for budget-conscious individuals
FDA officials said they felt compelled to alert the public to the finding