Patients are randomized to 2.5 to 5 years of weekly semaglutide injections or placebo as an adjunct to standard care
Every time you receive a new vial, especially from a different source, check the concentration label before drawing your first dose
If you cant stick to a basic protein target and lift weights 3 times per week without medication, adding semaglutide wont suddenly make you disciplined
Strength training exercises, such as lifting weights or using resistance bands, can also help build lean muscle mass and boost your metabolism
They can change your dosage, suggest other helpful medications, or explore different options
Apovian, MD Healio | Endocrine Today Editorial Board Member Professor of medicine Harvard Medical School Co-director, Center for Weight Management and Wellness Division of endocrinology, diabetes and nutrition Brigham and Womens Hospital, Boston Disclosures: Apovian reports advising for Novo Nordisk