One of the promising tools in our weight loss arsenal is semaglutide, a medication known for its remarkable ability to aid weight loss by regulating appetite
Semaglutide for cardiovascular event reduction in people with overweight or obesity: SELECT study baseline characteristics
1 Depending on the specific molecules half-life, GLP-1 medications can also have a short-release or extended-release action, determining how long their effects last in the body
SURMOUNT-1 enrolled 2,539 adults with a mean baseline BMI of 38.0, and 94.5% of participants had a BMI of 30 or higher
Also available in 20mg, 30mg, and 40mg vials
The reported results are promising: Over 80% relative bioavailability Around 160 higher bioavailability vs oral tablets Sustained drug levels for ~1 week (once-weekly dosing potential) Additionally, the microneedle patches are stable at room temperature, eliminating the need for cold storage, unlike semaglutide injections