Yes, other incretins have some of these effects, but its the magnitude of the effect that is so profound, especially looking at weight loss and lipids for example
Before reconstitution Lyophilized (powder) retatrutide is the most stable form
But more studies are needed, since more and more midlife women are now using GLP-1 medications
Weight management interventions provided by a dietitian for adults with overweight or obesity: an evidence analysis center systematic review and meta-analysis
Heres a typical semaglutide weight loss timeline for people taking Wegovy the injectable form of semaglutide with the highest dosage available for weight loss
The GLP-1-RA group was associated with reduction in acetazolamide dosage at M6 (\(\beta\)= 288.15, 95% CI 553.09, 23.22, p = 0.03), which did not withstand the adjustment for weight loss