Clinical review of subcutaneous semaglutide for obesity

Dec 29, 2021Journal of clinical pharmacy and therapeutics

Summary of under-the-skin semaglutide treatment for obesity

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Abstract

Subcutaneous semaglutide at 2.4 mg once weekly resulted in significant weight reduction in a study of 5000 participants with obesity.

  • Participants receiving semaglutide experienced a dose-dependent reduction in body weight compared to those on placebo.
  • A higher percentage of participants achieved a 5%-10% weight reduction from baseline when treated with semaglutide.
  • The study primarily involved middle-aged female participants with Class II obesity.
  • Gastrointestinal adverse events were the most common safety concerns associated with semaglutide treatment.
  • Further studies, particularly with diverse patient populations and active comparators, are needed to fully assess the efficacy and safety of semaglutide.

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