"I think one of the things that needs to be understood is that a GLP-1 agonist, whether it's for weight loss or diabetes, it is meant to be on for a while, this is a long-term therapy
Ajanta Pharma has now brokered similar regional in-licensing deals for semaglutide, accelerating distribution across over 20 countries in the Middle East and Africa
If semaglutide looks like it could help you, your provider will discuss the risks, benefits, and how to take the medication
Hare KJ, Vilsboll T, Asmar M, Deacon CF, Knop FK, Holst JJ (2010) The glucagonostatic and insulinotropic effects of glucagon-like peptide 1 contribute equally to its glucose-lowering action
Mounjaros active ingredient is tirzepatide while Ozempics is semaglutide
Because of their different protective actions, these two drug classes may have additive effects that help preserve beta cells