Contemporary medical, device, and surgical therapies for obesity in adults
As clinicians, we like solid evidence-based [interventions]. Working holistically GLP-1 agonists, which are more commonly known by popular brand names, Ozempic and Wegovy, are injectable medications that mimic glucagon-like peptide-1, a natural hormone secreted in response to food intake that slows digestion and gives the brain satiety signals
Inconsistent timing can cause those levels to fluctuate, which may chip away at how well the medication works over time
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The average age of respondents was 45
There are often options available, from patient assistance programs to alternative medications that might be more affordable