When used as part of a comprehensive weight loss program that includes dietary changes and regular physical activity, GLP-1 injections can support significant weight loss while improving long-term health outcomes
High triglycerides correlate strongly with cardiovascular risk, making this improvement clinically meaningful beyond the weight loss itself
These medications work similarly, but they have their differences in regards to the ways the body absorbs them, so their individual side effects can vary, he adds
Injection site considerations Retatrutide is administered subcutaneously once weekly
Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk offer commercial savings card programs that aim to expand access to their GLP-1s
As the population of older adults grows and the wider clinical acceptance of therapies increases, the adoption rate is speeding up