ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04251156
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Concomitant use of weight-promoting medications, such as insulin or sulfonylureas, may further blunt the weight loss effects of GLP-1 RAs [45]
144 GLP-1RAs and gastrointestinal cancers GLP-1 and its receptor agonists show some potential in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, although this remains an emerging area of research
Additionally, the semaglutide group saw improvements in cardiometabolic risk factors and reported enhanced physical functioning, though gastrointestinal events led to higher discontinuation rates in the semaglutide group compared to placebo Ozempic Use Among Celebrities Beyond clinical trials, the medication has garnered attention in the popular culture sphere, with celebrities like Adele and Elon Musk reportedly utilizing Ozempic to aid their weight management efforts