For weight management, NICE (TA875) recommends semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy) for adults with a BMI of 35 kg/m or greater (or 32.5 kg/m or greater for people from South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African, or African-Caribbean backgrounds) who have at least one weight-related comorbidity
When used under medical supervision, semaglutide can contribute to significant and sustainable weight loss as part of a comprehensive weight loss program
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GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound continue to grow in popularity among patients in Long Island and throughout New York
Many patients understand the BMI requirements for GLP-1 medications but are unsure how those numbers apply to their own situation
Furthermore, GLP-1 drugs act on the brain, influencing appetite regulation by targeting areas responsible for hunger and satiety signals