Weight Management & GLP-1 Therapy

GLP-1–based medications affect pathways involved in blood sugar regulation, appetite, and satiety. Certain medications in this broader class have FDA-approved indications for chronic weight management in eligible patients.

Not every medication is approved for every purpose, so treatment should be prescribed according to the specific drug's indication and the patient's medical circumstances.

Eligibility depends on several factors, including:

• Your current health
• Body mass index
• Weight-related medical conditions
• Current medications
• Previous weight-management efforts
• Contraindications or risk factors

A medical evaluation is necessary before determining whether medication is appropriate.

No. Prescription weight-management medication works best as part of a broader plan that includes appropriate nutrition, regular physical activity, behavioral changes, and medical follow-up. FDA-approved chronic weight-management therapies are indicated in conjunction with lifestyle measures.

Yes. Follow-up allows your physician to assess your response, address side effects, review health markers, and determine whether your treatment remains appropriate.

Your weight-management plan may be adjusted as your health and goals change.