Commonly prescribed GLP-1 medications in the UK include semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus), dulaglutide (Trulicity), liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda), lixisenatide (Lyxumia) and exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon)
There have been reports that influencers, celebrities, and even a tech mogul have been taking it off-label to lose weight
Ongoing Monitoring: Regular follow-ups help assess effectiveness, monitor safety, and adjust the protocol when required
Track mean plasma IGF1 to gauge response and safety since IGF1 elevation links to both benefits and theoretical cancer risks
Over weeks and months, that calorie deficit translates into weight reduction for many patients
Understanding these mechanisms gives you concrete places to focus