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Key advantages: Strong blood sugar control in type-2 diabetes Clinically proven weight loss (1215% in trials) Once-weekly dosing improves patient compliance Additional metabolic benefits (BP, lipids, CV risk reduction) Common forms: Ozempic Primarily for diabetes (lower doses) Wegovy Approved for chronic weight management (higher doses) (Same molecule, different dosing & indications) Challenges for Pakistani consumers: High cost and limited availability Rising off-label use for cosmetic weight loss Side effects (GI symptoms, gallbladder issues, pancreatitis risk) Rebound weight gain if stopped without lifestyle changes Risk of counterfeit or unsupervised products Key takeaway: Semaglutide can be life-changing when used appropriately and under medical supervision but it is not a shortcut solution
Moreover, healthcare providers are navigating increased patient inquiries
Martin Holst Lange, executive vice president and chief scientific officer at Novo Nordisk, stated, Wegovy is now uniquely positioned as the first and only GLP-1 treatment approved for MASH. He noted that this approval complements the proven weight loss, cardiovascular benefits, and broader evidence linked to semaglutide