Here are some factors to consider when exploring GLP-1 shots from BodyLogicMD: Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes GLP-1 shots are most prescribed for individuals with type 2 diabetes who have not achieved adequate blood sugar control with oral medications or other injectable medications like insulin
American Diabetes Association
Most of the total weight loss occurs in the first four to five months of treatment
Every patient is unique, so our team will assess your health history, weight loss goals, and overall suitability for these medications during your consultation
The shared biological properties of exendin-4 and human GLP-1 probably stem from their primary and secondary structures, but exendin-4 is naturally resistant to degradation by the DPP-4 enzyme, attributed to the presence of glycine at position 2, resulting in an intravenous half-life of approximately 30 minutes (85)
The decision to escalate from 8mg to 12mg depends on individual response, tolerability, and research objectives