The high cost of GLP-1 drugs like Mounjaro means some people who could benefit from the medications cant take them
Patients are usually trained on self-administration techniques, ensuring they are comfortable and confident in managing their treatment
Its also important to keep in mind that undergoing the two therapies isnt a magic bullet
Animal studies and small human trials suggest that GLP-1 medications may be associated with decreased bone density, particularly in older adults or those who are already at risk of osteoporosis
Navigating Glucagon-Like Peptide Receptor Agonist Reinitiation Amid Access Barriers: An Adverse Drug Event Case Report
A variant in GLP1R , the receptor targeted by every GLP-1 compound, or in FTO , MC4R , and TCF7L2 , shapes the metabolic baseline any medication acts on