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A similar pattern was noted for the EQ-VAS scores, with only slight variations in improvements among the 15%, 20%, 25%, and 30% weight reduction target groups

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4 Gradual Dose Escalation MWLI physicians titrate dose slowly, starting at 2.5 mg and increasing every 4 weeks

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