But the higher doses required for weight loss (absent a diabetes diagnosis) create more side effects, and at the end of the day, they arent cost-effective
Regarding the secondary endpoint of the proportion of patients achieving 20% body weight reduction within the study, there was a dose-dependent group size of 50% of the participants receiving the dose of 10 mg tirzepatide and a proportion of 57% in the study arm with 15 mg
If not, adding them is one of the highest-impact changes you can make for both probiotic efficacy and overall metabolic health
In exchange, Hims will now sell Ozempic and Wegovy at the same rate offered directly by Novo Nordisk or its other partner telehealth companies
What we know from shorter-term studies and animal models suggests that the beneficial changes (increased Akkermansia, increased Bifidobacterium) likely persist as long as the medication continues, while the diversity reduction may stabilize or partially reverse as the gut adapts
The best OTC supplements for people using GLP-1 medications are those that support:* Appetite regulation Healthy inflammatory responses Blood sugar balance Digestive comfort Nutrient levels While formulas vary, the most supportive products often include ingredients like copaiba, xanthohumulone, prebiotic fiber (Sunfiber, Solnul), and specialized multivitamins tailored to those eating less or absorbing nutrients differently