Its the active ingredient in brand-name medications Wegovy (for weight loss) and Ozempic (for diabetes)
GLP-1 therapy should not replace established antihypertensive medications and must be prescribed according to NICE guidance for licensed indications
The exact cause is unknown, but RLS can be linked to problems with dopamine signaling in the brain, genetic factors, iron deficiency, kidney disease, and certain medications
It helps your body manage blood sugar and can lead to significant weight loss by affecting your appetite and how full you feel
If you weigh 200 pounds and stand 5 feet 10 inches tall (70 inches), that is 200 divided by (70 times 70) times 703, which equals 200 divided by 4,900 times 703, which equals 28.7
The medication is intended as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity