They let you carry groceries, climb stairs, and stay active through Michigans cold winters
Ozempic is approved for managing diabetes, while Wegovy (semaglutide GLP-1) is tailored for weight loss, with a higher dose typically prescribed for individuals struggling with obesity
These side effects are manageable for most individuals especially if they reduce or stop their intake of fried, greasy and fatty foods including pizza, bacon, sausage, steak or pork
Treat mild episodes with 15 g of fast-acting carbohydrate
Both medications are given as a once-weekly shot under the skin, usually starting with a low dose and gradually increasing
Preference for oral option Semaglutide is available in the form of oral pills (Rybelsus), which is great for those who dont want injections, while tirzepatide comes in the form of an injection