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Beyond Diabetes and Obesity: Researchers are studying numerous additional indications that could expand the use of these medications beyond diabetes and obesity

The FDA has distinguished between mass-marketed compounded products and patient-specific compounding performed under Section 503A of the FD&C Act, which may remain permissible in narrow circumstances where a patient's medical needs cannot be met by an FDA-approved drug

Ozempic contains semaglutide and works on GLP-1 receptors, while Mounjaro contains tirzepatide and targets both GLP-1 and GIP receptors

Semaglutide was administered weekly at the relatively lower doses of 0.25mg/week for the first 4 weeks, and then at 0.5mg/week during weeks 5-8

Effects of weight loss and long-term weight maintenance with diets varying in protein and glycemic index on cardiovascular risk factors: the diet, obesity, and genes (DiOGenes) study: a randomized, controlled trial

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