Thus, SOD is an important antioxidant defense in nearly all living cells exposed to oxygen
It works by: Slowing gastric emptying , which prolongs feelings of fullness after eating Reducing appetite through effects on brain regions that regulate hunger Improving glycaemic control by enhancing insulin secretion when blood glucose is elevated Reducing glucagon secretion , which helps prevent excessive glucose production by the liver The medication is administered as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection, with doses gradually increased over 16-20 weeks to the maintenance dose of 2.4 mg weekly (though some patients may remain on 1.7 mg if the higher dose is not tolerated)
The difference is how you get medication
It is important for people who are interested in using the medication for weight management to also make lifestyle changes, such as adopting a healthy diet and engaging in regular exercise
Troubleshooting becomes easier because the acute metabolic adjustment is complete
"Lowering the dose may become a viable maintenance strategy once a healthy weight is reached, though this approach is still under study," she said