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Description
Some patients may experience weight regain if they discontinue the medication without adjusting their lifestyle habits
Baseline and follow-up labs help make sure weight loss supports metabolic health
Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, works by mimicking a natural hormone called GLP-1
However, the compounded version offers the convenience of a single injection and ensures consistent dosing of both compounds that many patients find easier to manage
Maintenance requires a shift in focus
This can lead to a wide variety of problems affecting every major body system
