The recommended daily dose varies based on toxin exposure, but experts suggest taking around 500 mg
It activates both GLP-1 and GIP receptors
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Those who continued on the 12 mg dose to 104 weeks lost an average of 30.3% of their body weight (approximately 85.0 lbs / 38.6 kg) and importantly, weight loss continued without an obvious plateau, suggesting that durability over time may be achievable with continued treatment
[1] [2] Administered as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection, Ozempic works by enhancing insulin secretion in response to elevated blood glucose, suppressing glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying