It also helps improve the safety of the drug for everyone who uses it
Patients who experienced good results on GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic but want enhanced efficacy may find Mounjaros dual mechanism delivers the improvement they seek
This shifts fat storage patterns back toward a healthier distribution, improves sleep, stabilizes mood, and, critically, restores GLP-1 receptor sensitivity in the brain
"However, more research is required before making strong clinical recommendations in this regard." Related: Get more of SELF's great mental health reporting delivered right to your inbox
But Alexander, of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, says you often have other options
Side effect counselling, injection technique, drug interactions and sharps disposal are all pharmacist responsibilities and patient touchpoints