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Studies suggest that it may lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes, in individuals with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease
Schopman JE, Simon AC, Hoefnagel SJ, Hoekstra JB, Scholten RJ, Holleman F
Medications Semaglutide, known by the brand name Wegovy, and liraglutide (Saxenda) have been specifically approved for weight loss in obesity, in combination with lifestyle changes
At $149/month for the self-pay Wegovy pill , its actually cheaper than several compounded options on this list, while giving you the added assurance that your medication has been through the full FDA review process for safety and effectiveness
Research supports this connection