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Patients should be counseled about the need for ongoing treatment, as weight regain commonly occurs upon discontinuation
Many patients relied on unapproved versions of Wegovy and Ozempic since compounding pharmacies are allowed to make versions of branded medications in short supply
Clinical trials show tirzepatide users achieved an average 22% body weight reduction versus 16% with semaglutide over similar timeframes
Chastain said the drug's marketing aims to reduce stigma around weight by acknowledging that it's often out of a person's control, while still capitalizing on the societal pressure to lose weight for profit
With the right planning, however, it can be transported safely whether for a short trip, a long vacation, or an international journey