At Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab, we recognize that weight management is a critical component of overall health and physical well-being
It also slows gastric emptying, enhancing feelings of fullness and reducing hunger between meals, which is essential for sustainable weight management
A starting dose of 1 mg or 1.5 mg, while not part of the standard branded protocol, allows the body to acclimate more gradually
According to a 2024 article by the Columbia University Department of Psychiatry, semaglutides 2021 FDA approval came with wide recognition for its medical benefits and its notable side effect of weight loss. What resulted from that was a surge in its off-label use as a weight-loss aid, propelling the drug into the spotlight far beyond its original intent. Then, also in 2021, the FDA approved Wegovy for individuals who are obese or overweight with additional health challenges. Columbia University also notes the ethical concerns of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, particularly in their pricing
The Risks Another challenge with GLP-1 use in someone with type 1 diabetes is the potential risk of hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar
