''It wasn't really having an effect, but also the cost was a factor because there were other ingredients in the formulation that from a fat-reduction perspective were more effective,'' says Phosphagenics' chief scientific officer, Paul Gavin
Discuss at your next appointment if: you have reached week 8 with zero noticeable appetite or weight changes at your current dose, side effects are manageable but annoying and not improving, you are considering adjusting your dose escalation timeline, you want to explore combination approaches, or you are experiencing insomnia , menstrual changes , feeling unusually cold , or hormonal changes that you suspect are related to the medication
It belongs to a class of drugs known as dual GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 receptor agonists
By providing invaluable support, guidance, and education, you can help patients rewrite their scripts and achieve a happy, healthy ending
GLP-1 medications are prescription-only, requiring medical screening for eligibility
Emotional stress or decreased self-esteem related to weight and body image
