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Patients with type 2 diabetes For patients using GLP-1 medications for both weight loss and glycemic control, treatment duration extends to address both conditions
GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide (marketed under brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus) and the dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist tirzepatide (marketed under brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound) are FDA-approved prescription medications for specific uses in type 2 diabetes management and, in some cases, chronic weight management
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohns disease can cause inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract, leading to anorectal bleeding
Acts on pathways involved in appetite, hunger, and satiety