Unlike Ozempic, which is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy is FDA-approved specifically for chronic weight management when combined with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity
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Maintaining weight loss after GLP-1 therapy requires a deliberate exit strategy
Good candidates for our weight loss management program are individuals who have struggled to achieve significant weight loss through diet and exercise alone and are looking for a medically supervised approach
Kumar explains, adding that those taking Ozempic off-label or Wegovy would need to continue taking it for weight maintenance, too
The active ingredient supports blood sugar regulation, influences hunger and satiety, and may also affect weight when used under medical supervision