In subjects with T2DM, weekly administration of tirzepatide at doses of 5 mg, 10 mg, or 15 mg was associated with greater weight loss compared to placebo ( 6.3 kg, 8.4 kg, and 9.4 kg, respectively), and 1.7 kg, 4.8 kg, and 7.2 kg greater weight loss compared to selective GLP-1 receptor agonists, demonstrating a dose-dependent effect sustained for up to 2 years [48]
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In adolescents aged 12 and over the difference is even more pronounced: 4% on Wegovy compared with 0% on placebo
Ozempic or Wegovy Injectable semaglutide may be better if: You prefer the flexibility of only having to do an injection once a week, at any time of day You dont want to wait 30 minutes every morning before eating, drinking, or taking other medication after your oral semaglutide dose Youre not taking other medications that have to be taken in the morning You want greater blood sugar control or weight loss results You also have fatty liver disease, chronic kidney disease, or heart disease Bottom line By now, you should be well-versed in oral semaglutide vs