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Semaglutide is the active ingredient in Ozempic (FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes) and Wegovy (FDA-approved for chronic weight management)
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Additionally, obesity contributes to joint and musculoskeletal disorders 6 , mental health challenges 7 , and a heightened risk of various cancers 8
The goal is to deposit the medication in the middle of the fat layer, not too shallow (which causes leakage) and not too deep (which hits muscle)