Tag: GLP-1

New diabetes pill shows 57% lower death risk than insulin in major trial, but there is a catch

A major clinical trial involving nearly 2,750 people with type 2 diabetes has revealed surprising results for a new daily pill. Patients taking the medication lost weight, achieved better blood sugar control and had fewer deaths than those receiving insulin injections. However, scientists warn that the most dramatic finding needs further confirmation.

Taking Ozempic or Wegovy? Researchers have flagged a rare but serious vision risk

A new US analysis has sharpened the picture of a side effect that goes beyond the usual stomach complaints.

GLP-1 medication could increase your risk of these nutrient deficiencies

GLP-1 medications are used to treat conditions such as type 2 diabetes and obesity, but they can also affect the body's intake of essential...

Stopping your GLP-1 drug? Here’s what may prevent the weight from coming back

Millions have shed real pounds on these injections, and the hard part may only start when the pen goes into the drawer.

Overlooked Ozempic side effect revealed: Nearly 4 in 10 experience it

Doctors who study skin have put the first hard numbers on a cosmetic side effect of weight loss drugs.

What really happens when you take Ozempic? Celebrities share their stories

Stars are now describing side effects they say no one warned them about, and the experiences range widely.