We use sterile equipment and conduct health screenings before each session
A good program includes clinician oversight and titration support
They help regulate blood sugar by: Increasing insulin secretion when blood glucose is high Reducing glucagon release Slowing gastric emptying Reducing appetite and caloric intake Originally developed for type 2 diabetes, these drugs also promote weight loss, leading to off-label use and new FDA approvals specifically for obesity management
Its worth noting that Metformin is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for helping improve blood sugar control in adults and children with type 2 diabetes, but as the Noom Med website notes, its not actually FDA-approved for weight loss
Tirzepatide slows gastric emptying, which is a concern for anesthesia and surgical procedures
GLP-1 medications are large molecules, about seven times bigger than what your skin can naturally absorb