The genetic variants, carried by roughly 10% of the general population, cause a surprising and still mysterious phenomenon that researchers refer to as GLP-1 resistance, in which levels of the hormone GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which helps regulate blood sugar, are higher but less biologically effective
A recent report from the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review, an independent nonprofit that evaluates the value of medical treatments, found that GLP-1s such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are cost-effective, meaning the medications health benefits justify their price
Typically, patients are started on a lower dosage and as your doctor receives feedback on your progress they may increase your dosage
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Liraglutide (Saxenda, Victoza) Liraglutide was originally approved to treat diabetes
Do not use Zepbound if you are allergic to Tirzepatide