They work by mimicking a natural hormone that reduces appetite and increases insulin production
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Fourteen percent of participants had diabetic retinopathy at baseline (most mild non-proliferative), and the rates of retinopathy progression during the study were low (6% and 8% with orforglipron and 7% and 8% with semaglutide), with no significant difference between groups
Recognizing this distinction helps separate expected treatment effects from potentially concerning symptoms
It currently provides compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in oral and injectable forms, as well as liraglutide injections, which are filled through one of four partner pharmacies: Belmar Pharmacy, Strive Pharmacy, Epiq Scripts, and Casa Pharma Rx
