They work through several important mechanisms: They increase insulin release from the pancreas when blood glucose is high They reduce excess glucose release from the liver They slow stomach emptying, helping prevent sharp glucose spikes after meals They increase feelings of fullness, often reducing appetite Because these effects depend on blood glucose levels, GLP-1 medications on their own carry a very low risk of causing low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
Clinical trial results Weight loss results Data from a phase 2 clinical trial, as published in The New England Journal of Medicine involving 338 adults who had obesity or were overweight with a a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 27 kg/m 2, showed weight management results
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It's important to mention all gastrointestinal symptoms you currently experience, as this baseline will be crucial for monitoring any changes after starting Ozempic
