Tag: Wegovy
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GLP-1 Drugs May Skew PET-CT Scans: A Hidden Risk for Cancer Detection
Understanding the emerging imaging challenge with GLP-1 medications GLP-1 receptor agonists, including popular drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, have transformed weight loss and diabetes management. Yet as usage surged—reported to have risen about 700% in the United States from 2019 to 2023—so have reports of unusual side effects. A less obvious consequence is their…
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Wegovy and Ozempic: Could Semaglutide Help Alcohol Dependence?
The new front in addiction research: GLP-1 drugs and alcohol Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy (weight loss) and Ozempic (diabetes), is being explored beyond its approved uses. Anecdotal reports have noted that some people on these injections drink less alcohol, prompting researchers to study whether semaglutide could help those struggling with alcohol dependence. A…
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Wegovy and Ozempic Could Help Alcohol Dependence: Early Findings
Background Wegovy and Ozempic are brand names for semaglutide, a GLP‑1 receptor agonist. While they are primarily used for obesity management and type 2 diabetes, researchers are beginning to explore whether these drugs might influence alcohol use disorders as well. In a small US study, investigators observed that some participants reduced their alcohol consumption while…
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Semaglutide Could Aid Alcohol Dependence: Wegovy & Ozempic
New clues on semaglutide and alcohol dependence In recent years, semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy and Ozempic, has drawn attention beyond weight loss and diabetes management. A small American study provides the first clinical hints that this GLP-1 receptor agonist could help people with alcohol use disorder by reducing the amount they drink during…
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Medicamentos para emagrecer: a balança e a pele flácida
Introduction Weight loss medications like Wegovy and Mounjaro have gained popularity for their effectiveness in helping individuals shed pounds. However, as many have discovered, losing weight quickly can come with unexpected consequences—particularly the issue of loose skin. This article delves into the experiences of individuals like Emilly Murray, who after losing nearly 38 kilograms, faces…
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Medicamentos para Emagrecer: Efeitos Surpreendentes na Pele Flácida
Introdução aos Medicamentos para Emagrecer Nos últimos anos, os medicamentos para emagrecer, como Wegovy e Mounjaro, têm ganhado popularidade no Reino Unido e em outras partes do mundo. Essas injeções atuam reduzindo o apetite e, em muitos casos, resultam em perda de peso significativa. No entanto, essa transformação nem sempre é acompanhada por uma resposta…