In the UK, women make up 77.6% of Mounjaro users , while men account for 22.4% of users
As a GLP-1 receptor agonist, Ozempic is gaining increasing recognition for its superior effectiveness in supporting patients weight management journeys and helping them attain healthier lifestyles
Compounded medications are customized prescriptions made by licensed pharmacies to fit a patients specific needs
In January of this year, the FDA noted that it had "received adverse event reports after patients used compounded semaglutide" and that "patients should not use a compounded drug if an approved drug is available to treat a patient." In July, the agency followed up with a notice that it had "received reports of adverse events, some requiring hospitalization, that may be related to overdoses due to dosing errors associated with compounded semaglutide injectable products." And in August, Eli Lilly, the maker of Zepbound and Mounjaro, sent a series of cease-and-desist letters to providers urging them to stop prescribing compounded versions of those drugs
he is paid a medical advisor for digital healthcare companies in the dementia space (Five Lives SAS, Cognetivity Ltd, Cognes Ltd)
Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, as hydration is crucial for muscle function, energy levels, and managing potential side effects