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You can get a prescription for either weight loss treatment if you have a BMI of: 30 kg/m2 or more (obese) 27 kg/m2 or more (overweight) and you also have a weight-related medical condition, such as prediabetes or high blood pressure (hypertension) Mounjaro vs Wegovy: Active ingredients and how they work Mounjaro contains tirzepatide , while Wegovy contains semaglutide

Thats a fundamentally different mechanism than anything currently on the market

It lowers feelings of hunger and helps people feel full

Realistic Expectations and the Role of Consistency Oral semaglutide works best when taken at the exact same time each day, on an empty stomach 30 minutes before breakfast, because this timing maximizes absorption and ensures consistent blood levels

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This may be why the weight loss results start to slow after a year or so