The FDA considers you clinically obese, and GLP-1 medications are approved for your use regardless of whether you have any other health complications
(No, you cant just start with the highest possible dose off the bat, since that may worsen its side effects, according to Kushner.) What to consider before going on a GLP-1 weight-loss medication As long as you meet the medical criteria, which is having a BMI above 30 or having a BMI of 27 as well as a weight-related health condition like high blood pressure, you can be a candidate for a GLP-1 like Wegovy
Your body clears it at its own pace based on the drugs inherent half-life
Overview of Semaglutide Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that influences the hormones in our bodies responsible for regulating insulin production, glucose metabolism, and hunger
The STEP UP Obesity trial enrolled people living with obesity but without Type 2 diabetes
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