They are not a shortcut or quick fix, but a tool to be used as part of a holistic wellness approach that includes a balanced diet, regular movement, and mindful habits
Recent Developments: Initiated Phase 3 trials for maritide (caftaglutide), targeting both GLP-1 and GIP receptors
Both are self-administered as a small weekly injection
Despite the name, GLP-1 patches do not contain prescription drugs like semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound)
[9] STEP-1 : In patients with obesity without diabetes, semaglutide resulted in ~15% mean weight loss over 68 weeks
Starting GLP-1 treatment can feel like a positive step, but it often comes with a learning curve