What to expect during and after your semaglutide injection treatment Treatment involves routine weekly injections
Key takeaways Active ingredients: Zepbound contains tirzepatide (a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist), while Wegovy contains semaglutide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist)
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The most common side effects are gastrointestinal in nature and may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, reduced appetite, and delayed gastric emptying
GLP-1s may become part of a larger prevention conversation for some patients in the future, said Gary, but they are not a replacement for screening, risk assessment, or individualized medical guidance. While GLP-1s may play a future role in breast cancer prevention, Mia Kazanjian, MD, a board certified radiologist and director of Womens Imaging at Norwalk Radiology Consultants, said there are several steps women can take right now to help reduce their risk