Originally developed to help regulate blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, these medications are now widely used to support sustainable weight loss by reducing appetite, slowing gastric emptying, and improving feelings of fullness
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Researchers in BMJ reviewed almost 10,000 reports of the use of weight loss medications or behavioral programs, and identified 37 studies with low risk of bias (with 9,431 participants) on which to perform a meta-analysis
Currently approved injectable GLP-1 treatments (semaglutide and liraglutide) have established efficacy and safety profiles with proven weight loss outcomes in clinical trials
Common adverse effects include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation, which typically diminish with gradual dose titration
