Ozempic (active ingredient: semaglutide) is a widely prescribed medication for managing type 2 diabetes, known for its ability to improve blood sugar control (or, in other words, to lower blood sugar levels) and promote weight loss
Ali noted, even exercise is no magic bullet all by itself
research finds that most people who stop taking treatment typically regain at least some, if not all, of the weight lost and may lose blood sugar and other related benefits
This is a standard rule across compounded prescription medications, not a policy specific to altRx
Leptin resistance also makes exercise less worthwhile
The drug, which stimulates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, led to a 16.6% drop in body weight