GLP-1 risks While GLP-1 drugs are generally safe, especially for people with diabetes or obesity, they can cause side effects like nausea or, in some cases, loss of muscle mass, which is a concern for older adults
Theyre also not meant for people at a normal or low body weight
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This ensures the medications effectiveness while reducing the risk of discomfort
The clinical recommendations provided are intended for adults (18 years of age)
The FDA approved this drug for use in weight management in Research from 2023 has found that people taking Wegovy lost more weight than those taking a placebo, with a mean difference in total weight loss of Zepbound Zepbound received FDA approval for use in weight management in Saxenda Saxenda received While Saxenda is effective for weight loss, people may notice slower or less obvious results