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These findings suggest that neither direct release of GLP-1 in the OB from hindbrain PPG neuron projections, nor volume transmission via release of GLP-1 into the ventricles are likely sources of GLP-1 to activate OB GLP-1R

NICE recommends Wegovy only for adults with BMI 35 kg/m and weight-related comorbidities, receiving treatment in specialist weight management services
Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, reaches a maximum therapeutic dose of 2.4 mg weekly for weight managementthough most people find their personal optimal dose somewhere lower

They are not intended for casual weight loss or for individuals without a medical need for intervention

These gastrointestinal effects may overlap with or exacerbate existing IBS symptoms, particularly during treatment initiation

The logic is that GH-axis compounds are not dose-linear in a helpful way past a point: once the pulse is being driven hard, adding drug mostly buys more IGF-1 exposure, more fluid retention and more glucose disturbance rather than proportionally more benefit
