the difference lies in dosing levels, approved indications, and how theyre marketed
Protecting muscle mass during weight loss is a goal that every person on these medications should know about
Comprehensive evaluation should include complete thyroid panel (not just TSH), fasting insulin and HOMA-IR for insulin resistance assessment, cortisol testing for adrenal dysfunction, sex hormone panel (testosterone, estrogen, progesterone), sleep study if sleep apnea is suspected, medication review for weight-promoting drugs, and psychological evaluation for eating disorders or food addiction
References Ewertz M, Jensen MB, Gunnarsdttir K, et al
and positive results in patients with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease, obesity, osteoarthritis and sleep apnea