It is not an approval for general weight loss, for bodybuilding, for anti-aging, or for use in people without HIV-associated lipodystrophy
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Better Cardiometabolic Health: GLP-1 medications can contribute to improvements in blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and blood sugar control, which may help reduce the risk of conditions such as hypertension and type 2 diabetes
If you are prescribed an injectable GLP-1 RA, you inject the medication just under the skin of your stomach, upper arm, or thigh
Modest weight fluctuations of 10 to 15 pounds generally do not significantly impact body contouring results
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): Some GLP-1 medications have been approved for use in patients managing this condition