The GLP-1 receptor agonist class includes several medications: Semaglutide (brand names Wegovy for weight loss, Ozempic for diabetes) Liraglutide (brand names Saxenda for weight loss, Victoza for diabetes) Tirzepatide (brand name Zepbound for weight loss, Mounjaro for diabetes), which is technically a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist Dulaglutide (Trulicity, for diabetes) Tirzepatide deserves special mention because it targets both GLP-1 and GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) receptors
Not only does surgery lead to greater weight loss and improvement of obesity-related diseases, but it is also more cost-effective over time
The decision to switch or combine medications is best informed by genetic testing and clinical response tracking through PlexusDx
For Ozempic pens (used for type 2 diabetes), the available concentrations include 2 mg/1.5 mL, 4 mg/3 mL, and 8 mg/3 mL
These peptides are designed to support your bodys own production of growth hormone instead of replacing it
Recent Findings Many children and adolescents will likely benefit from GLP1-RA treatment for Binge Eating Disorder, Night Eating Syndrome, and Other Specified Eating or Feeding Disorder