Libu Varughese, an endocrinologist shared, GLP-1 [glucagon-like peptide] is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate blood sugars, diet, and appetite. Prescription drugs like Ozempic are GLP-1 agonists that mimic this hormone and help with both weight and diabetes management by slowing down stomach activity, causing insulin to more efficiently reduce blood sugar levels. Varughese adds that these medications enhance feelings of fullness, contributing to greater weight loss and glycaemic control
Compounded Alternatives For patients without coverage, compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide are available through telehealth providers at $99$450 per month
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What Endocrinologists and Obesity Medicine Specialists Say The Endocrine Society's 2023 clinical practice guideline on obesity pharmacotherapy states: "Pharmacotherapy for obesity should be considered an adjunct to comprehensive lifestyle intervention, not a replacement for it." The full guideline is accessible through the Endocrine Society's journal
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