In essence, Semaglutide is the key that unlocks the door to weight loss, but a strong reduced calorie diet and exercise program are the stepping stones that lead you through that door
Patients with obesity, diabetes, or taking certain medications are not ideal candidates for treatment
Another option would be switching to a non-oral contraceptive (e.g., implant, intrauterine device [IUD]) which have a lower likelihood for GLP-1 interactions
Weight regain typically occurs when discontinuing weight loss injections as the appetite-suppressing effects diminish, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes during treatment for long-term success
The percentage of people who develop an eating disorder at some point in life rose from 3.5% in 2000-2006 to 7.8% in 2013-2018
More recently, Lilly has asked for permission to intervene