Subsequent trials demonstrated cardiovascular benefits: in the SUSTAIN 6 trial, semaglutide reduced major adverse cardiovascular events by 26% in high-risk patients, a finding that led to FDA approval for cardiovascular risk reduction in January 2020
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Clinicians should systematically evaluate these potential causes when patients report persistent fatigue during GLP-1 therapy, as many are modifiable through dietary counseling, hydration strategies, or medication adjustment
Importantly for weight management, semaglutide also affects areas of the brain that control appetite, helping you feel fuller for longer and reducing hunger
Selection of reported studies: Studies reported in the text and above in the table were selected according to data relevancy and currency