Sattar, M
No, abruptly stopping GLP-1 medications like semaglutide carries significant clinical risks
Weight loss may slow : A slower rate is not failure
It's one tool that may be added to a broader plan that could include compounded semaglutide, compounded tirzepatide, medical weight loss, nutrition guidance, and hormone optimization when indicated
It first drew research interest for its ability to heal stomach ulcers and inflammatory bowel conditions, then expanded to tendon, ligament, muscle, and even bone healing across dozens of preclinical studies (Sikiric et al., PubMed)
PlexusDx is not affiliated with Zealthy and offers semaglutide and tirzepatide through its own Weight Management Protocols this review simply compares approaches within the GLP-1 telehealth space