Some patients believe they can find their own ideal dose through trial and error, starting low and adjusting as needed
Treatment continuation requires demonstration of adequate response: For liraglutide: at least 5% weight loss after 12 weeks at the maintenance dose of 3.0 mg For semaglutide: assessment after approximately 3 months at the maintenance dose of 2.4 mg, with discontinuation if less than 5% weight loss achieved Private prescribing is available but costs vary by provider and medication
Before the end of the shortage, he said he had "thousands" of patients on compounded products
I didnt get much traction on detailed pharmacy questions, but they were otherwise helpful
Part of his hesitation: He dislikes needles, and all the drugs in this class that have been approved for weight loss come as shots that users give themselves once a week
The result: you stay satisfied longer, eat less, and keep blood sugar stable