While Ozempic works on one receptor (GLP-1), and Mounjaro works on two (GLP-1 and GIP), retatrutide hits all three: GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon
Decreased appetite While reduced appetite is the primary therapeutic mechanism, some patients may experience appetite suppression beyond what is comfortable
Ozempic age limit The lower age limit for Ozempic (semaglutide) use is 18 because, according to Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of Ozempic, it is not known whether Ozempic is safe and effective in children
These results are better than those seen with many other weight-loss medications
They added that there is also overlap between the brain mechanisms that regulate overeating and those that contribute to the development and maintenance of substance use disorders, including AUD