glp-1 treatment What Is Therapy and How Can It Benefit You GLP-1 Therapy Weight Loss Medication
Description
Wegovy (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide) are the same active ingredients but approved specifically for weight management, often at different doses
The medication is injected by the patient subcutaneously, typically in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm
GLP-1 receptor agonists stimulate insulin release only when blood sugar is elevated and suppress glucagon secretion
Metformin is a biguanide that improves insulin sensitivity, while GLP-1 agonists are a separate hormonal drug class that activate GLP-1 receptors and trigger appetite suppression
Related Diabetes and SGLT2 Inhibitor Choices Jardiance belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor class
Cechin S, Perez-Alvarez I, Fenjves E, et al
