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Our findings build on previous research showing high discontinuation rates, particularly among individuals using GLP-1 RAs for weight management ( 10 ), and provide new insights into how and why these medications are stopped in real-world clinical settings
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Some are also approved to treat obesity in people who meet certain medical criteria: Obesity (having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher) OR Overweight (having a BMI of 27 or higher) with a weight-related health issue such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or type 2 diabetes Research has found some GLP-1s may help reduce the risk of: Heart attack, stroke, and death in adults with type 2 diabetes and heart disease Chronic kidney disease In addition, some GLP-1s have been approved to treat moderate to severe sleep apnea in adults with obesity