Should non-invasive weight loss procedures be considered before putting teenagers and young adults on GLP-1 agonists
Semaglutide, initially approved to treat Type 2 diabetes under the brand name Ozempic, can be used to promote weight loss
GLP-1 dosing Your healthcare professional will be able to advise on the appropriate prescription dose of GLP-1s, whether youre: Starting the medication Building up your dose over time Pausing the medication Gradually reducing your dose In general, the medications are first prescribed at the lowest dose, gradually increasing the dose over time
More real-world comparisons are needed to determine whether this would be more effective than semaglutide, said Mir Ali, MD, medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA
Severe, persistent abdominal pain particularly if it radiates to the back and is accompanied by vomiting should be treated as a medical emergency
The medication reduces the biological barriers to weight loss while you build the behavioral and lifestyle foundation that will support your new weight long-term
