These findings of the three scientists together ushered in an era of GLP-based drugs for treating diabetes, with contributions by many from academia and industry
The medication is injected once weekly and follows a dose escalation schedule that starts low and gradually increases over 16 to 20 weeks
Small trials, reports from patients and clinicians, and retrospective studies all point to a powerful anti-addictive effect
Weeks 1-4: 2.5 mg once weekly Weeks 5-8: 5 mg once weekly Weeks 9-12: 7.5 mg once weekly Weeks 13-16: 10 mg once weekly Weeks 17-21: 12.5 mg once weekly Weeks 21-24: 15 mg once weekly
This includes Administration by a trained clinician Guidance on what to expect over the next seventy two hours Optional training for patients who prefer at home injections After Your Visit: What to Do Immediately Following Your Injection Stay Hydrated Drinking water throughout the day supports comfortable digestion and reduces the likelihood of early nausea
Doctors and scientists are also interested in using the same data collected from trial participants to study how these weight-loss drugs could reduce risk of cardiovascular disease in women who are overweight, but not obese