Despite the name, GLP-1 patches do not contain prescription drugs like semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound)
Water, stabilizer polydextrose, acidity regulator citric acid, blackcurrant emulsion (glucose-fructose syrup, hibiscus and carrots concentrates, flavourings), L-carnitine, taurine, white emulsion (stabilisers E 1450 and E 445), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate), antioxidant ascorbic acid, sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), caffeine
This approach maintains access to treatments while managing costs
In clinical trials, participants with obesity have achieved average weight losses exceeding20% of body weight, with some studies reporting around2428% average weight lossat higher doses over longer treatment periods
These include acute pancreatitis, acute kidney injury, severe gastrointestinal bowel obstruction, and potential medullary thyroid tumors