Here are some practical strategies to clinicians and primary care physicians for handling these issues to optimise patient outcomes
[1] [2] Marketed under brand names including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, semaglutide works by mimicking the action of the naturally occurring hormone GLP-1, which enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon release, slows gastric emptying, and promotes satiety
Working with Your Healthcare Provider Never stop taking GLP-1 medications on your own always consult your healthcare provider
there are other alternatives
[1] [2] Its mechanism of action involves slowing gastric emptying, which prolongs the time food remains in the stomach
It is likely that you will be eligible for Wegovy if you are already eligible for Mounjaro, but our doctors will always check if Wegovy is right for you