In a recent Phase 2 study presented in June 2025, combining it with semaglutide (the active ingredient in Wegovy) led to remarkable outcomes for participants with obesity: An average weight loss of 22% over 72 weeks (compared to 16% with semaglutide alone) About 93% of that loss coming from fat mass, with minimal impact on lean muscle A 58% drop in visceral fat (versus 36% with semaglutide alone) All achieved without requiring dietary or exercise modifications This stands out because typical weight-loss drugs, like GLP-1 agonists, often result in losing both fat and musclea downside, since muscle boosts metabolism and supports overall health as we age
The medication is typically administered as a weekly injection, and sticking to this schedule is crucial for the medication to work effectively
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Ozempic has been linked to side effects that affect the gallbladder, like gallstones and gallbladder disease
Its once-weekly subcutaneous injection regimen improves patient adherence by simplifying the treatment routine, making it an attractive option for both patients and healthcare providers
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