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These medications mimic the action of naturally occurring GLP-1, a hormone that regulates appetite, insulin secretion, and various metabolic processes
Levine, MD, FAAD, FAAP, told Newsweek
Rani Aravamudhan, senior medical director at Nomi Health, agrees, noting that "it's no surprise that a wave of GLP-1 or Ozempic alternatives has hit the market, many claiming similar effects." She adds that the trend has fueled a growing supplement industry, often backed by celebrity endorsements and social media influencers
Amgens MariTide (AMG 133) represents the most differentiated clinical approach among large pharmaceutical challengers, combining monthly subcutaneous injection frequency with dual GLP-1 agonism and GIP antagonism
BPC-157 and TB-500 offer a more sustained, daily signal for healing