glp 1 agonist side effects GLP-1 Agonists Glucagon-like Receptor-1 agonists for obesity:

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Food makers see a market Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy mimic the naturally occurring hormone GLP-1, which the body produces in the small intestine to control blood sugar levels, digestion and appetite

The doctor may need to consider prior dose, side effects, current appetite, blood sugar status, constipation or nausea history, hydration, weight trajectory, lab markers, cost, access, and maintenance goals

Zinman, B., Bhosekar, V., Busch, R., Holst, I., Ludvik, B., Thielke, D., Thrasher, J., Woo, V., & Philis-Tsimikas, A

About 69% of semaglutide users lose at least 10% of body weight, compared to approximately 33% of Saxenda users