Approved for: Short-term weight loss (up to 12 weeks)
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For GLP-1 weight-loss medications, large-scale studies tested a range of dosages to determine the specific doses that work well to help people lose and maintain their weight
One review of GLP-1 mechanisms showed reduced inflammatory markers and improved adipose tissue signaling in metabolic conditions, as seen in a recent research review