Although Ozempic and metformin are approved to help lower blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes, they work in different ways, have different formulations, and cause different side effects
Attempting to quit a substance cold turkey at home without the guidance, assistance and support of medical professionals puts those in recovery at a greater risk of relapse
Pittman et al., 2005
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases , GLP-1 medications can support long-term weight management when combined with lifestyle changes and medical supervision
We adjust treatment plans based on your response and help troubleshoot challenges like exercise modifications during dose changes
And it allows them to make better choices. And while hes excited by the prospect of a new, effective treatment for OUD, a disease that killed about 87,000 people in the United States in 2024, Bunce is careful to note that its a cautious optimism while more data are collected