Liraglutide 1.8 mg and semaglutide 2.4 mg are established GLP1-RAs for obesity treatment
Their coverage decisions can limit who can access the life-changing and sometimes life-saving weight-loss medications
Theres also the hormonal factor
If you took Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or similar drugs and developed persistent vomiting, gastroparesis, or intestinal issues requiring medical care, you likely qualify
On average, tirzepatide weight loss results in just over a year (72 weeks) are: 15% weight loss on 5 mg 19.5% weight loss on 10 mg 20.9% weight loss on 15 mg So, for a 200-pound person, this works out to: 30 pounds on 5 mg 40 pounds on 10 mg 42 pounds on 15 mg In comparison, people who did not take tirzepatide lost only 3.1% of their body weight (about 6 pounds for a 200-pound person)
The FDA has stated it is not aware of any lawful basis for using these salt drug substances in compounding