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However, youre likely to regain the lost weight once the medication is stopped. Advertisement So, think of these medications as a long-term commitment, not a quick fix for dropping a couple of pounds
The goal of GLP-1 therapy is not starvation
Here's the science bit: drugs like Ozempic, WeGovy and Mounjaro work as GLP-1 agonists - essentially, they mimic the effects of our natural GLP-1 production, meaning they can help treat obesity and conditions such as diabetes, and insulin sensitivities such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
It is to see whether carefully supervised, lower doses can still be helpful for the right patient
They may differ from commercially available or FDA-approved drugs in efficacy, safety, risk, and side-effect profiles