The licensed medications for weight management include GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide (Wegovy) and liraglutide (Saxenda)
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However, older people are more likely to take multiple medications, so careful monitoring is important to avoid blood pressure dropping too low
Obesity is a chronic condition and these medications are designed for long-term use, so you want to find a drug that doesnt cause a major disruption to your quality of life
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conservative recommendation is 28 days