Both Ozempic, made by Novo Nordisk, and Mounjaro, made by Eli Lilly, are FDA-approved to treat Type 2 diabetes, but some doctors prescribe the medication "off-label" for weight loss, as is permissible by the FDA
When to reach out to your Care Team: If diarrhea lasts more than a day with three or more watery stools If you experience mild to moderate abdominal pain Seek immediate medical care if diarrhea is severe, persistent, or accompanied by dehydration symptoms like dizziness, confusion, or very low urine output
GLP-1 medications are typically prescribed for individuals who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or for those with a BMI of 27 or higher who also have at least one weight-related health condition, such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure
It also screens for underlying conditions that could sabotage your success post-op
Mounjaro is essentially the next-generation replacement for Trulicity, using a dual-hormone function rather than the single-hormone approach
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