The primary risk is therapeutic failurepatients may experience rising blood glucose levels, inadequate appetite suppression, or weight regain if using compromised medication
These findings have led Danish regulators to urge the European Unions drug agency to review the data
In general, qualification is often based on BMI and overall health risk, and the Wegovy label is BMI-based meaning its intended for people who meet defined thresholds and may also have weight-related health conditions
While medications like compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide are powerful tools for weight loss, they work best when supported by proper nutrition and hydration
For what other conditions have GLP-1 drugs been studied
The compounding of semaglutide, often carried out outside licensed pharmacies, has been associated with at least 10 reported deaths in the United States