How much weight can I realistically lose with GLP-1 medication
24 GLP-1, used for treating diabetes, is quickly broken down in the body, requiring high doses that can cause side effects like nausea
Weight Loss Efficacy (Phase 2, 48 Weeks) * Retatrutide: Mean body weight reduction up to 24.2% * Eloralintide: Mean body weight reduction up to 20.1% Both agents place themselves among the most potent obesity therapies currently in clinical development
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Obesity is linked to a wide range of health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and stroke
The most common side effects are nausea and constipation, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose