Wegovy is primarily a weight loss drug, while Ozempic is made to treat type 2 diabetes
Calculate the concentration of GLP-1 in the sample by plotting standard curve
These drugs act on many parts of the body, not just the pancreas, and their effects go beyond what we would expect from just improving insulin release
For patients who have tried GLP-1 medications before and stopped because of side effects, microdosing may be worth discussing with a provider
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Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) work through the same GLP-1 receptor agonist mechanism as Ozempic, so the dietary needs are identical: high-protein, nutrient-dense, portion-controlled meals to prevent muscle loss during rapid weight reduction