The Benefits Substantial Weight Loss: Clinical trials show that patients can lose anywhere from 10% to 20% of their body weight, depending on the medication and their lifestyle habits
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Ideal candidates include adults with: BMI 30 (obesity) BMI 27 with weight-related conditions (type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, PCOS) Inability to lose weight through diet and exercise alone Contraindications include: Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma Multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) History of pancreatitis (caution advised) Your online doctor will evaluate all risks and benefits before prescribing
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It's the first 'to directly compare the efficacy and safety of two oral GLP-1 receptor agonists in a randomised controlled trial', reports Medscape. The part about 'directly comparing' the two drugs is important
The Return of Food Noise Many individuals on GLP-1 medications describe the disappearance of food noisethose constant, intrusive thoughts about eating and cravings
