do glp 1 affect periods GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro) have traditionally been used to treat diabetes. They work by mimicking a natural hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar levels and appetite Does GLP-1 Affect Your Period?

The landscape for compounded GLP-1 medications just shifted dramatically

The Phase 3 ATTAIN-1 trial had good results that led to this approval, but not all positive: 12.4% average weight loss (27.3 lbs) at highest dose Lower than the 15-20% weight loss seen with injectables Wegovy and Zepbound Nearly 1/4 of participants on the highest dose reported vomiting Vomiting rates are much higher than injectable GLP-1s However, there is likely a niche for Foundayo (along with the pill version of Wegovy) due to convenience: No refrigeration requirements or injection site reactions Eliminates barriers for patients avoiding injectables due to stigma, needle aversion, or storage constraints It's possible we could see this as a "maintenance" therapy after an initial injectable course

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