Bottom line GLP-1 drugs can be effective tools for weight loss and blood sugar control
Incretins A potential role for intestinal peptides in the treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2D) was based on the observation that insulin responses to an oral glucose load exceeded those after IV glucose administration measured at the same blood glucose concentration
Added health benefits of Wegovy, Zepbound could attract more men, doctors say By Bhanvi Satija and Sriparna Roy (Reuters) Evidence that weight-loss drugs like Novo Nordisks Wegovy and Eli Lillys Zepbound can cut heart disease risk, treat sleep apnea and address other health issues may help convince more men to use them, five doctors who prescribe the medicines regularly told Reuters
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GLP-1 injections (like Wegovy) About 90% bioavailable (The ability of a drug to be absorbed and used by the body) Weekly dosing More predictable absorption GLP-1 pill form (oral GLP or oral semaglutide) Only 12% bioavailable Daily dosing required Absorption can vary from person to person This means that even though the oral dose may look much higher on paper, your body actually absorbs far less of the medication compared to injections