Cost considerations without insurance (as of 2025): Wegovy (semaglutide): approximately $1,300-$1,500 per month Saxenda (liraglutide): approximately $1,300-$1,400 per month Zepbound (tirzepatide): approximately $1,000-$1,200 per month These prices reflect list prices
I think my biggest takeaway is that GLP-1 medications operate on a far deeper level than the vast majority of people think
Crucially, this happens without IGF-1 stimulation
For instance, it could increase the risk of hypoglycaemia (blood glucose levels falling too low)
Common side effects include dry mouth, insomnia, restlessness, elevated heart rate, irritability, and constipation
Yes, many patients experience weight loss, although its not approved solely for that purpose (unlike Saxenda)