But despite often being portrayed as miracle drugs, they are not without potential unwanted side effects
The STEP (Semaglutide Treatment Effect in People with obesity) 1 trial was a randomized, placebo-controlled trial that evaluated the efficacy of once-weekly subcutaneous (SC) semaglutide 2.4 mg plus lifestyle interventions in adults with obesity without diabetes (n = 1961)
This is why these medications, initially developed to treat diabetes, have proved effective for treating obesity, cardiovascular disease, and even obstructive sleep apnea
Patients who have tried semaglutide told Vox that it helped them manage their weight and relationship to food, and that their side effects were manageable and quickly resolved
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