Up to 15% of patients see little weight loss with popular drugs, highlighting the need for personalized obesity treatment plans.

Despite the popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, up to 15% of patients in clinical trials have seen minimal weight loss. Factors such as medical conditions, other medications, and individual responses can affect the drugs' effectiveness. Doctors recommend trying different versions of the drugs, older medications, or altering diet, exercise, sleep, and stress habits for better outcomes. Obesity treatment should be comprehensive and tailored to each patient.

November 23, 2024
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