Insulin is the hormone responsible for helping glucose (sugar) in the bloodstream enter cells, where it can be used for energy or stored
If you do not feel an immediate, profound change in your body within the first 72 hours, do not be discouraged
In fact, research suggests that semaglutide treatment could result in significant reductions in muscle mass ( Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci , 2023)
While patients may experience hair loss while taking Ozempic, it is often due to the effects of diabetes or the stress that sudden weight loss has on the body
Semaglutide has been on the market longer, which means more real-world safety data, broader insurance coverage, and greater familiarity among prescribers
Tirzepatide as compared with semaglutide for the treatment of obesity