semaglutide patient education pdf Information For Pharmacists Real-world use of oral versus

Other GLP-1 receptor agonists Medications such as exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon) and dulaglutide (Trulicity) are also available

Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are active ingredients in FDA-approved medications for medical weight management, while Retatrutide is a newer investigational peptide being studied for its potential metabolic and weight-loss benefits

doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.57349 NICE (2025) Quality statement 7: Advice and support after stopping medicines for weight management or completing behavioural interventions (Accessed: 10 August 2025)

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved, and the agency does not verify the safety or effectiveness of compounded drugs

Generally, aiming for a 500-750 calorie deficit per day can result in a safe weight loss of 1-1.5 pounds per week