Participants receiving Liraglutide experienced a notable decrease in the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), encompassing heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular-related deaths
This article aims to provide an overview of GLP-1 based drugs, focusing on semaglutide (marketed as Ozempic for type 2 diabetes and as Wegovy for obesity) and tirzepatide (marketed as Mounjaro), which is a dual GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 agonist
This may allow more of the drug to be active in your body, which could mean that you need a lower dose than you would with an oral pill
Our clinical team will help you develop a balanced and nutrient-rich meal plan tailored to your preferences and needs
Ozempic is a brand-name drug that contains semaglutide, while metformin is a generic drug
If you just want to lose 5 to 10 kg for a wedding or holiday, GLP-1s are not appropriate