What the Experts Say: A team of researchers at the University of Chicago have faced growing concerns over the widespread use of Ozempic
Will it be less expensive / why will GLP-1s have a significant second order impact worth paying attention to if it does not span across socioeconomic backgrounds to reach the largest demographic of obesity
These effects contribute to weight loss that varies by agent and dosetypically ranging from 5-8% with liraglutide 3 mg (Saxenda), up to 15% with semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy), and potentially up to 20% with higher doses of tirzepatide (Zepbound)
A recent study demonstrated the protective role of GLP-1R receptors against hyperglycemia- induced endothelial to-mesenchymal transformation which is a crucial component of diabetic endothelial injury in cardiomyopathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy
If these oral small molecule drugs can match their larger cousins, they may solve the problem of the difficult mass production of peptide drugs
According to altRx's published disclosure: "Compounded GLP-1s are produced in FDA-regulated facilities
