Its worth noting that a GLP1 pill (Rybelsus) containing a much lower dose of semaglutide the same active ingredient as Wegovy has been approved by the FDA since 2019 to treat type 2 diabetes
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Upon further discussion with JM, it is determined that he is not opposed to self-injection, but he notes that he experienced frequent hypoglycemic events in the past when he was taking a sulfonylurea and he prefers to take glucose-lowering medications with a low risk of hypoglycemia
But its a tradeoff many people are willing to make when you look at the overall benefits that come with taking GLP-1s for weight loss. Advertisement Sign up for our Health Essentials emails for expert guidance on nutrition, fitness, sleep, skin care and more
Improved glucose regulation : For those using semaglutide to manage Type 2 diabetes, early improvements in post-meal blood sugar control can become more apparent