GLP-1 receptor agonists semaglutide , liraglutide , and tirzepatide have transformed the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes
GLP-1s are not suitable for patients with certain cancers, severe digestive conditions, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding
The two drugs have a different set of broader indications, with Zepbound also approved to treat sleep apnea in people with obesity, for example
The same mechanism that suppresses appetite, delayed gastric emptying and reduced food intake signaling, also causes the nausea, fullness, and digestive changes that patients report most frequently
We encourage you to communicate any new symptoms or concerns promptly, so we can ensure the medication remains the right fit for you
This natural GLP-1 has a half-life of about two minutes and operates within normal physiological ranges