Weigh Risks and Benefits of Oral Weight Loss Meds

February 2024

You’ll get questions about oral weight loss meds.

Continue to emphasize lifestyle changes first. Then consider adding a med for patients with a BMI of 30 or more...or 27 or more with a weight-related condition, such as diabetes.

Injectable tirzepatide or semaglutide are in the spotlight...since they seem most effective. See our related article for their role.

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Weigh Risks and Benefits of Oral Weight Loss Meds

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