Some patients report skin changes associated with rapid weight loss , which is a therapeutic effect of GLP-1 medications used for weight management
Finally, compounded semaglutide is also an injection, but is not brand-name and does not come in single-use injector pens, and can be combined with other medications by the compounding pharmacy
Oxidative stress as the leading cause of acute myocardial infarction in diabetics
Saxenda's unique characteristics and star power make it a valuable member of the weight management ensemble
This is particularly important given the dosing schedule and potential side effects associated with starting and stopping GLP-1 drugs
Other limitations of these trials include the exclusion of sleepy patients with OSA, evaluation of composite rather than individual cardiovascular outcomes, and low PAP adherence [29]