Why is Semaglutide considered an effective medication for obesity
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It does not have the same pharmacokinetic profile as small-molecule drugs in saliva, and the antibody-based detection panels are not calibrated to detect GLP-1 analogs
Diet: Diets high in refined carbohydrates, added sugars, and processed foods may contribute
Many patients start noticing changes within the first few weeks, with steady progress over time
However, tirzepatide showed superior weight loss results in head-to-head comparisons, with participants losing an average of 22.5% of body weight compared to 14.9% with semaglutide in the SURMOUNT-2 trial