These agents mimic the action of naturally occurring GLP-1, an incretin hormone released from the intestinal L-cells in response to food intake
The FDA does not verify the safety, effectiveness, or quality of compounded medications before they reach patients
Here are some key factors to weigh: First, think about convenience
The goal is not just to lose weight, but to build a foundation for a lifetime of health and wellness
served on scientific advisory panels and/or speakers bureaus and served as a consultant to and/or received research support from Amgen, AstraZeneca, Boehringer, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Eli Lilly, Merck Sharp & Dohme, Novo Nordisk and Sanofi
Candidates should be in generally good health, motivated to make sustainable lifestyle changes, and looking for a medically supervised alternative to extreme diets or weight-loss medications