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Williams recommends a conversation between an eye doctor, primary care doctor, and, if pertinent, a neurologist or other subspecialist, to decide how to proceed with the medication

However, semaglutide has a longer safety record, proven 20% cardiovascular risk reduction from the SELECT trial, and costs roughly $133 less per month

GLP-1 hormones naturally follow a daily pattern, peaking during the day and dropping at night

Fewer Side Effects Many people stop GLP-1s early due to nausea, reflux, constipation, or fatigue

The active ingredient in these medications is semaglutide, which works in the brain to impact satiety