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While the FDA does not require gradual tapering and Zepbound can be stopped abruptly without dangerous withdrawal symptoms, the decision involves important medical and practical considerations
Key Takeaways A less expensive, generic version of the GLP-1 medication Victoza is coming to market Hopefully, the approval will help prevent shortages triggered by demand for injectable weight loss drugs such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) There is still no generic version of Ozempic THURSDAY, Dec
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In the STEP 1 trial the largest placebo-controlled study of semaglutide for weight management participants taking 2.4 mg of semaglutide weekly lost an average of 14.9% of their body weight over 68 weeks, compared to just 2.4% in the placebo group