Currently, no GLP-1 weight loss patches are approved by the MHRA in IE
According to John Hopkins Medicine, some patients dont lose weight with GLP-1 medications while others cant tolerate them for extended periods
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Common adverse effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation , which are usually mild to moderate and often diminish over time with dose titration
Whilst the market is currently led by Novo Nordisks semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) and Eli Lillys tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound), stronger competition is expected as new entrants including Boehringer Ingelheim, Amgen, Pfizer and Roche offer novel mechanisms (dual agonists, triple agonists and amylins), formulations (oral vs injectable) and dosing regimens (daily vs weekly vs monthly)
However, consistent dosing and medical supervision are important for safe and effective long-term results