Buse highlighted a significant philosophical shift toward earlier and more routine use of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, noting that the updated guidance explicitly recommends considering these agents from the point of a type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis, given their role as disease-modifying therapies
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4 minute read Summary GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy), tirzepatide (Zepbound), and compounded liraglutide are clinically proven treatments for weight loss, especially for women experiencing menopause or perimenopause who have struggled with weight management despite lifestyle changes
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You should work with a qualified provider to discuss your individual risk factors before starting any GLP-1 therapy, including semaglutide from PlexusDx
SYNERGISTIC COMBINATION: CAGRILINTIDE + SEMAGLUTIDE When combined, cagrilintide and semaglutide produce metabolic effects significantly greater than additive