Side effect frequencies differ between them, and some individuals tolerate one better than the other
New Research: Muscle Loss and Metabolic Impact A July 2025 study presented at ENDO 2025 and covered by ScienceDaily found that women on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may lose up to 40% of their weight from muscle mass, not just fat
Knowing how GLP-1 weight loss injections work begins with understanding what your system does when you are actually producing the GLP-1 hormone
Once-monthly GLP-1 injectables are already in clinical trials, and drugs like retatrutide represent a new generation designed to last longer and work harder
The oral form, marketed as Wegovy, is specifically approved for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related condition
Alexander Shapsis offers virtual consultations and customized treatment plans that may include GLP-1 medications, ESG, gastric balloon options, or a combination of approaches based on your goals