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Patent Search Methodology Comprehensive patent landscaping was conducted until July 13, 2024 to identify granted patents (currently active and expired) and patent applications (currently pending and abandoned) at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the drug products Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro and Zepbound (tirzepatide)
GLP-1 medications, including Wegovy, Zepbound, and Foundayo, will be covered
Electrolytes support hydration and metabolic function, particularly important if dietary changes accompany the medication transition
Administration must be by a qualified and registered medical professional in a licensed clinical facility, not a salon or studio
Understanding which categories are tested helps inform decisions about use in various contexts