The researchers compare event rates in users of GLP-1 agonists with those observed in patients selected for other diabetes treatments
A similar pattern was observed in the SURMOUNT-4 trial for tirzepatide: after participants lost an average of 20.9% of their body weight during a 36-week lead-in phase, those who stopped treatment regained about 14%, while those who continued taking tirzepatide lost an additional 5.5% over the next year
Phentermine is FDA-approved for short-term use, typically up to 12 weeks, and GLP-1 medications are designed for long-term, ongoing weight management under provider supervision
Every patient's experience differs and not everyone qualifies for peptide therapy
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The Injection May Still Be Better For Patients Seeking Maximum Weight Loss Current evidence still favors injectable semaglutide for peak average weight reduction