The effects of natural GLP-1 are therefore more short-lived, mainly felt around mealtimes, whereas the weight loss medications can last days or weeks depending on which one is used and the dosage
We assume that Novo Nordisk is capable of growing GLP-1 sales across indications from roughly $24 billion in 2023 to nearly $75 billion by 2031, prior to the patent expiration for semaglutide, the molecule in Ozempic and Wegovy
Typical 12-month results include 10 to 15% body weight loss (20 to 35 pounds for a 200-pound person), 2 to 4 inch waist circumference reduction, noticeable improvement in body composition especially with exercise, and significant improvement in metabolic markers if they were elevated
Around 20-25% of the weight lost on retatrutide is muscle and bone rather than fat, similar to other drugs in this family
In most cases, the goal is to help fill nutritional gaps, not provide megadoses of every nutrient
Whether youre just beginning your weight loss journey or looking for more effective options after trying other treatments, there has never been a better time to explore the possibilities of medical weight management