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by nradov 907 days ago
Regardless of the exact effect magnitude, the GLP-1 agonists are very effective relative to other bariatric treatments across all patient populations. Tirzepatide appears to be even more effective than semaglutide in that regard. The concern is not so much over the magnitude of weight loss but over unfavorable changes in body composition and serious side effects such as gastroparesis.

https://peterattiamd.com/ama45/

Novo Nordisk appears to be spreading FUD to some extent. While there are scammers selling fake or adulterated semaglutide (same as with any popular prescription drug), legitimate compounding pharmacies are producing the real thing that is medically equivalent to the branded Ozempic/Wegovy products.

https://time.com/6301552/weight-loss-drugs-compounding-pharm...