Semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, works by mimicking a natural hormone in the body called glucagon-like peptide-1
Indeed, the name Ozempic has become shorthand for all of the GLP-1 medications
But don't worry, we'll break down the reasons behind this and what you can expect
Why 2mg is the Current Ceiling Clinical trials for Ozempic, such as the SUSTAIN FORTE trial, specifically looked at the safety and efficacy of moving from a 1mg dose to a 2mg dose
If retatrutide has been stored incorrectly for example, left at room temperature for an extended period, accidentally frozen, or exposed to direct sunlight it should be considered potentially compromised
PlexusDx recommends discussing your alcohol use openly with your prescribing clinician before combining it with semaglutide therapy