Standard-dose semaglutide may be a good fit for patients who want meaningful weight loss support, prefer a GLP-1-only pathway, are comfortable with gradual titration, and want a balance of effectiveness and tolerability
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In one study, more than half of patients maintained weight loss achieved while on semaglutide or liraglutide one year after discontinuing the medication
The guidelines assume some exposure, not constant exposure
Still, it is an impactful molecule on the body that can only be taken under medical advice and monitoring
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