Patient preferences, side effect tolerance and weight loss goals should guide your choice between these medications to ensure the best fit for your needs
Both of these medications contain semaglutide, a synthetic version of the GLP-1 hormone, but they are prescribed at different doses depending on the patients medical needs
For some people, these side effects were too rough to continue treatment
As we go forward, it will be very, very important to study how these medications can affect other diseases. GLP-1s and sleep apnea Like diet and exercise, sleep is critical for weight loss
Cold compresses applied after injection (not before) can reduce inflammation and discomfort if the site remains sore beyond 30 minutes
For a complete overview of the drug itself, see our retatrutide guide