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Semaglutide injections, also known as Ozempic and Wegovy, were originally approved only for treating diabetic patients

What to Expect with GLP-1 Weight Loss Injections Most patients start on a low dose and slowly work up

Balancing Innovation and Affordability in Anti-Obesity Medications: The Role of Alternative Weight Maintenance Program was published in Health Affairs Scholar in May 2024

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Weight that was managed by the medication may begin to return during this period, which is a normal and expected part of the process

The potential concern appears to relate primarily to chronic, regular use (most days over months or years) at higher doses
