Epic Research, which uses claims from the Epic electronic medical records data warehouse, which has over 200 million patient records, has published research demonstrating that the GLP-1 medications lead to sustained weight loss outside of clinical trials
Supports long-term weight management by regulating appetite and metabolism Weekly injectable medication (semaglutide or tirzepatide) Gradual, noticeable changes within weeks Patients seeking a medically supervised, sustainable approach to weight loss GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate blood sugar, appetite, and digestion
Bahtiyar G, Pujals-Kury J, Sacerdote A
Switching between GLP-1 agonists may occasionally be considered for mild, localised reactions, but only under specialist supervision with appropriate monitoring