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Wegovys manufacturer is also being sued by patients who say Novo Nordisk should have told them that NAION (which causes vision loss) could occur when taking Wegovy

And emerging research suggests GLP-1 receptor agonists may influence more than appetite

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It does this by: Stimulating your pancreas to release insulin (which lowers blood sugar) Slowing down how fast your stomach empties (so you feel full longer) Reducing the release of another hormone called glucagon (which raises blood sugar) Acting on the brain to decrease appetite In people with type 2 diabetes or metabolic challenges, the body either doesnt make enough GLP-1 or doesnt respond to it properly

Semaglutide works by increasing insulin production and lowering glucagon secretion as well as targeting areas in the brain that regulate appetite and food intake

These injections can be a strong option for patients with type 2 diabetes as well as those simply looking for safe, supervised weight control.