This area is accessible and relatively easy to inject, making it a good choice for healthcare professionals
Although it is FDA-approved for managing type 2 diabetes, it is often used off-label for weight loss in individuals who meet certain criteria, such as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or 27 and above with weight-related health conditions
No persistent GI symptoms above mild
The cellular density of L-cells gradually increases along the length of the small intestine, with the lowest density in the duodenum and the highest in the distal ileum [1]
Wegovy has shown promising results and can potentially revolutionize the treatment of obesity
The recommendations apply to all GLP-1 receptor agonists: semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus), tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), liraglutide (Saxenda, Victoza), and orforglipron (Foundayo)