The recent explosion of Ozempic (semaglutide), Rybelsus, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Trulicity and other GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) analogs on the market raises so many questions regarding long-term safety, side effects and benefits
Overall, Mounjaro is considered a highly effective weight loss therapy
Factors influencing effectiveness include the degree of weight regain, time since surgery, type of bariatric procedure performed, adherence to lifestyle modifications, and individual metabolic characteristics
Regular liver function monitoring is advisable for anyone using kratom frequently
Compounding is when a doctor, pharmacist, or someone supervised by a pharmacist combines, mixes, or alters ingredients of a drug, per the FDA