This applies to Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and other GLP-1 receptor agonists currently approved for obesity or diabetes management
These injections are usually prescribed to adults living with obesity, who have a body mass index (BMI) over 30, or over 27 if they have other weight-related health issues such as high blood pressure or prediabetes
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Weight Loss Distribution The results weren't just impressive on averagethey were consistent across the patient population: Weight Loss Thresholds Achieved (12mg dose): 5% weight loss: 94.6% of participants 10% weight loss: 91.3% of participants 15% weight loss: 83.2% of participants 20% weight loss: 73.4% of participants 25% weight loss: 58.6% of participants For comparison, FDA approval for obesity medications typically requires that at least 35% of patients achieve 5% weight loss
80 units at 2 mg/mL: 1.6 mg
"But if there needs to be menu innovation around that, we will do that." RRD's Baggett told CNBC that she thinks portions and snack sizing will be key for restaurants to attract consumers who are on GLP-1 treatments