Ozempic is a prescription medication thats FDA approved to manage type 2 diabetes and comes in two forms, as a weekly injectable or a daily pill
Both animal and human studies have shown insulin resistance alters dopaminergic signalling in the nucleus accumbens [14, 15] and comorbid metabolic factors are shown to exacerbate motivational deficits in major depressive disorder [16]
Saxenda, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are meant to be injected into the fatty layer just under your skin, whereas a patch is applied to your skin like a plaster
Mller, D.M., Seim, H., Kiess, W., Lster, H
These agents mimic GLP-1, enhancing glucose-dependent insulin secretion, suppressing glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying to improve glycemic control, as indicated by reduced HbA1c level, a crucial measure in diabetes care [2, 3]
Watch for symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fever, and sudden and severe abdominal pain