Prescription Care If appropriate, your clinician might prescribe FDA-approved medications like Mounjaro or other GLP-1s
However, the safety and efficacy of combination therapies should be thoroughly evaluated, and professional advice is recommended
Ozempic Long-Term Side Effects Long-term side effects of Ozempic are still being studied but may include serious health conditions, including gastroparesis (stomach paralysis), cardiovascular concerts, thyroid cancer, diabetic retinopathy, and intestinal blockages
This strikes me as a big deal and perhaps a high price to pay for losing an average of 8 extra pounds (at least short term.) These adverse events are also important when we consider these drugs for secondary uses
Wegovy (semaglutide), Zepbound (tirzepatide), and Saxenda (liraglutide) are all FDA-approved for weight loss in people with obesity or overweight who have a weight-related health condition like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or obstructive sleep apnea
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