The Denmark-based drug maker Zealand Pharma said Tuesday that its experimental weight-loss drug could help patients lose pounds with fewer side effects than current anti-obesity medications on the market.

It was semaglutide, a drug sold under the brand names Ozempic (for diabetes) and Wegovy (for weight loss). Following instructions provided in the packaging, she mixed the powder and water and put it in the fridge, taking out one-fourth to one-half a ...

While plenty of people rave about the weight loss results you can get from drugs like Ozempic, there’s also been a ton of chatter over the fact that these meds are really expensive. These drugs have also been in and out of shortage, making it tough to get your hands on Ozempic and similar medications—if you can afford it.

These drugs are collectively known as GLP-1 agonists because they mimic the body’s natural hormone GLP-1, which regulates appetite and digestion. The medications control blood sugar and help people eat less,

The increasing use of Ozempic for modest weight loss has sparked intense debate within medical communities, raising questions about effectiveness, safety, and

A few months after the episode aired, Lizzo was accused of taking the real Ozempic to lose weight and denied the claims, which makes her costume all the more ironic. She posted her response to the comments on Instagram, writing: “When you finally get Ozempic allegations after five months of weight training and calorie deficit.”

Hims & Hers and other telehealth providers say employers that balked at pricey brand-name shots are investigating cheaper off-brand alternatives.