You will need a new consultation with your new provider, but the medication itself works the same regardless of source
Very recently, just last month, there was a study released with an earlier generation called liraglutide
Incretins are gut hormones released after eating that help coordinate insulin release, appetite, and nutrient handling
Serious Risks and Contraindications While rare, GLP-1 medications carry risks that require medical supervision: Thyroid C-cell tumors - Animal studies showed an increased risk of medullary thyroid carcinoma in rodents
Patients often report significant improvements after undergoing treatment with GLP-1 medications
If validated in subsequent trials across diverse populations, such treatments could help reduce the burden of cardiometabolic disease and improve patients' overall quality of life worldwide