Ozempic (Semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that works by mimicking a natural hormone in the body, GLP-1, which helps regulate appetite, blood sugar levels, and insulin production
Our medical team recognizes the potential of GLP-1 medications to help patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved metabolic health
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I believe these medications have such broad effects because a lot of health problems begin with disruptions in insulin resistance [abnormalities in how the body handles glucose] and inflammation, says Jamy Ard, MD, a professor of epidemiology and prevention at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
14 Tirzepatide: Typically, 5-15 mg of tirzepatide is prescribed weekly for weight management