can obgyn prescribe glp 1 Your Ozempic? Semaglutide GLP-1 for Weight Loss

Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are approved for diabetes but also prescribed for weight loss off-label quite often

More approved uses may come

Semaglutide may stimulate the growth of neuroendocrine cancers that express GLP-1 receptors, they found, shedding light on an unanticipated risk for some patients

There is limited information about the effect of GLP-1RAs on intragastric meal distribution

These formulations offer several advantages over the short-acting injectable and oral forms, including improved patient compliance, reduced injection frequency, and better glycemic control

For many users, GLP-1 drugs are not a long-term commitment but rather a step along the way in their weight loss or wellness journey