They work by slowing down how quickly food leaves your stomach, which helps you feel satisfied longer, and by signaling to your brain that you're full, reducing hunger and food cravings
Some evidence suggests GLP-1 might also affect reward pathways in the brain related to food cravings and the pleasure response to eating
However, certain circumstances may prompt a provider to recommend more frequent monitoring or reassessment: Patients on liraglutide (Saxenda) may still require daily injections due to the drugs pharmacokinetics
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The Wegovy pill is taken daily in the morning by mouth, at least 30 minutes before any food, water, and other medications