glp 3 vs tirzepatide Efficacy of GLP-1 analog peptides, semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide on MC4R deficient obesity and their comparison Retatrutide for weight loss: Study

Patients who can become pregnant are carefully informed about the risk of congenital disabilities and must complete the required iPLEDGE steps to confirm they understand the safety guidelines before starting treatment

They can also come with a high price tag, regular injections, and side effects including nausea and digestive discomfort (FDA prescribing information, semaglutide)

Never leave semaglutide in a hot car or direct sunlight, as heat degrades the medication and reduces its weight-loss and glucose-control effects

Reviewed by Renee Hutton, UGA Dietetic Intern References Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics