But aside from its ability to lower glucose levels, Ozempic is also said to have important effects on weight loss for many of its users which has increased interest in the drug, especially from patients suffering from obesity since there have been cases of massive weight loss due to the drug
The TrMD GLP-1 Program is a comprehensive, medically supervised approach to metabolic health, weight management, hormone optimization, and functional nutrition
Thomas said it is important for patients to see their health care provider regularly, and care should be individualized to account for other conditions, such as hypertension
As a result, it needs to be taken daily to be effective
Anna Yoder, DNP, FNP-C, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of Telehealth NP
Why it matters: Weight-loss treatments like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are exploding, but the real friction is everything around them