The weight loss drug revolution appears to have truly arrived. For decades, there have been compounds available that reduce weight or strengthen muscles, but they always have dangerous side effects and worsen long-term health. The compensation simply wasn’t worth it. A weight loss pill still seemed far away. Now, drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro …
Long-term use of weight-loss drugs causes problems, doctor says Drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk are testing some of their most popular diabetes and weight loss drugs on patients as young as 6 years old. Lilly, based in Indiana, plans to test tirzepatide, sold under the brand name Mounjaro, on children and adolescents with type …
Pharmacies are closing across Iowa and there are fears more closures may be on the horizon, according to a new study by Drake University professor Michael Andreski. Its findings reveal a disturbing trend showing alarming rates of closures across the state, particularly among independent pharmacies not affiliated with Iowa. major chains. At least 87 of …
Stay informed with free updates Simply register at Pharmaceutical sector myFT Digest – delivered straight to your inbox. Alphaville has received a LOT of research on stocks related to the impact of weight loss drugs such as Ozempic* and Wegovy (mainFT has a great overview here). As the power of these treatments becomes clear, many …
Patrick Sison, Associated Press This Tuesday, April 3, 2018, photo showing a close-up of a beam scale in New York. High-dose oral versions of the drug in weight-loss drug Wegovy may work as well as injections for weight loss and improved health, including people with hard-to-treat diabetes, according to a study published Sunday, …
Weight loss medications have grown in popularity in recent years. People even use a drug like Ozempic, although it is only approved for diabetes, simply because it helps them lose weight. In the last three months of 2022 alone, more than 9 million prescriptions for weight loss drugs were dispensed in the United States. In …
Side effects of Tepezza: who is affected? (Photo credit: Bangkoker/Shutterstock) Have you been treated by Tepezza? Have you suffered from hearing problems, including permanent hearing loss? In July 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated the label of Tepezza, a treatment for thyroid eye disease, to warn patients and doctors that the drug …
The 30-30-30 rule emphasizes a holistic, triple bottom line approach to weight loss, encompassing three essential components: exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness. Each element is crucial to creating a complete and effective strategy for a sustainable weight loss routine. Here’s a brief exploration of each component: Exercise is a critical component of any weight loss journey. …
The slimming drug revolution seems to have truly arrived. For decades, there have been compounds available to lose weight or improve muscle, but they have always led to dangerous side effects and worsening long-term health. The compromise just wasn’t worth it. A popular weight loss pill still seemed far away. Now, drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) …
This amazing weight loss claim can be made Handy A British psychologist is raising eyebrows after suggesting that eating with the non-dominant hand may lead to weight loss. Professor Richard Wiseman, who teaches at the University of Hertfordshire, made the claim on the ‘On Your Mind’ podcast this week, saying the practice is likely to …