And while metformin has been the first-line therapy in treating type 2 diabetes, the FDA announced in 2019 that Rybelsus (semaglutide), a GLP-1, can also be offered as a first-line treatment
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The dual-mechanism approach reduces the need for combination therapies, potentially simplifying treatment regimens and improving patient compliance
By activating the GLP-1 receptors in the brain, Ozempic helps individuals with BED gain better control over their eating habits and reduces the frequency and intensity of binge episodes