On TikTok, Reddit, and some telehealth websites, microdosing glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist medications is pitched as a gentler, more flexible way to use drugs such as the GLP-1 agonist semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), the dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), and oral nonpeptide GLP-1 receptor agonist orforglipron (Foundayo)
What Are GLP-1 Medications The GLP-1 hormone stimulates insulin release when blood sugar is high, slows digestion (gastric emptying), and signals the brain to reduce appetite
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