For aesthetic medicine practitioners, understanding the nuances of this new treatment optionincluding its efficacy, dosing requirements, and costis key to guiding patients holistically through their aesthetic and wellness journeys
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Key Takeaways Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) agonists are two incretin hormones that assist in managing excess body weight -- which as a result can be helpful in managing inflammation in the body
On average, semaglutide produces about 15% body weight loss in people without diabetes
Vial sizes vary (5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg), pricing structures differ, and promotional discounts muddy direct comparison
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