Its been about a year. The blockbuster diabetes drug, which can be used off-label for weight loss, has been in shortage worldwide for almost two years, prompting the use of compounding pharmacies that make up product from the raw material, semaglutide sodium
For diabetes management, most patients will need continued therapy (whether Ozempic or an alternative) to maintain glycemic control
The second indication is chronic weight management in adults with obesity (BMI 30 kg/m) or overweight (BMI 27 kg/m) with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, or obstructive sleep apnea
Tirzepatide represents a significant advance in the pharmacological treatment of obesity, particularly for non-diabetics
Administering cold injections can be uncomfortable and cause a stinging sensation
When I first started taking the drug, I was reluctant to mention it to anyone