In some cases, when a patient reaches their weight loss goal and is able to maintain it through lifestyle modifications, they may be able to reduce or discontinue the medication under medical supervision
Since muscle is more metabolically active and burns more calories than fat, a loss of muscle may contribute to a weight loss plateau
These combinations can have synergistic effects, leading to enhanced benefits for muscle growth, fat loss, and overall vitality
The medications sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy are among them
However, switching between medications depends on several factors, like current response, side effects, dosage, and overall health
The pronounced effects of both medications are typically seen over the long term as the dosage is increased gradually