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Ozempic is mainly used for managing type 2 diabetes and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, while Wegovy is used for weight loss in obese and overweight patients

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A widely cited range for preserving lean mass in a calorie deficit is roughly 1.6 to 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day (about 0.7 to 1.0 gram per pound)
GLP-1 therapy is typically a long-term commitment

(2024): Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor: mechanisms and advances in therapy

GLP-1RAs are recommended when SGLT2i are contraindicated, insufficient or not well tolerated [141]