Common GLP-1 Medications and Their Effects The most widely prescribed GLP-1 medications include: Ozempic (semaglutide) Weekly injection for diabetes and weight management Mounjaro (tirzepatide) Dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist with enhanced weight loss effects Wegovy (semaglutide) Higher-dose formulation specifically for weight management Rybelsus (oral semaglutide) Daily oral tablet option for convenient dosing Research indicates that approximately 20-30% of weight lost during rapid weight loss phases can come from lean muscle mass rather than fat stores, which has serious implications for long-term health
Among women alone, that number rises to 15%
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