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health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Insights into the Booming Weight Loss Drug Market"

Doctors in the Valley are discussing the recent trend of using semaglutide, the main ingredient in the FDA-approved diabetes drug Ozempic, as an effective weight loss treatment for non-diabetic individuals. Patients are required to undergo an in-depth consultation and body scan to qualify for the medication, which can be administered through injections or in pill form. While the drug has shown promising results in helping people lose weight, health experts emphasize the importance of implementing healthier eating habits and staying active to maintain long-term results.

via KFSN-TV|

#health #lifestyle-changes #obesity-medicine

healthcare2 years ago•4 min saved

"Unveiling the Future of Obesity Medicine: Key Insights and Developments"

The future of obesity medicine holds significant changes, including a shift towards prioritizing dietary quality, a focus on fat loss instead of weight loss in antiobesity medications, efforts to increase energy expenditure, the development of less frequent administration options, and the need to address barriers to access such as medication costs and lack of obesity medicine providers. Policymakers are also aiming to reform the sick-care system to improve access to obesity treatments.

via Medscape|

#access-to-care #antiobesity-medications #energy-expenditure

health2 years ago•4 min saved

"The Pros and Cons of Weight Loss Medications"

Weight loss medications, such as the popular GLP-1 therapies, are proving to be effective tools for patients struggling with obesity, with some achieving significant weight loss comparable to bariatric surgery. However, these medications come with lifelong commitments and high costs, with Medicare not covering anti-obesity drugs. While these medications show promise in curbing hunger and cravings, they also come with potential side effects and are not a one-size-fits-all solution. Despite the challenges, patients like Niki Hernandez and her mother Faith Baran are finding success with these medications, highlighting the ongoing struggle and need for effective long-term solutions in managing obesity.

via WGN TV Chicago|

#bariatric-surgery #glp-1-therapies #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Pharmaceutical Giants Compete in Developing Weight-Loss Pills.

Eli Lilly is gaining an edge over Novo Nordisk in the race to supply obesity drugs, after showcasing a slew of promising new treatments at the American Diabetes Association conference. The Indianapolis-based drugmaker dropped results from successful trials, including an effective obesity pill, the use of its diabetes drug Mounjaro in weight loss, and a highly anticipated injectable that cut the most weight seen with any obesity drug. Novo Nordisk's Ozempic and Wegovy had set off a new era in obesity medicine, delivering unprecedented levels of weight loss.

via STAT|

#clinical-trials #eli-lilly #health