Compounded semaglutide is often used as a weight loss medication
Glp-1: Short for glucagon-like peptide-1, a hormone targeted by semaglutide to improve blood sugar control and aid in weight loss
Beyond its impact on fat, semaglutide also affects collagen, elastin, and muscle mass, accelerating the aging process and contributing to premature facial aging characterized by wrinkles, sagging skin, and a gaunt appearance
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While both are effective diabetes medications, tirzepatide's dual-hormone approach may offer superior weight loss and blood sugar control, but semaglutide provides more treatment options and potentially better insurance coverage
They tend to subside as your body adjusts