Compounded drugs are required to exclusively use ingredients from FDA-licensed facilities, and test sterile compounds for potency, sterility, and purity
It is suitable for those with moderate weight loss goals or for patients who prioritize a more established treatment option
Weighing risks and benefits of liraglutide--the FDAs review of a new antidiabetic therapy
Geiser JS, Heathman MA, Cui X, et al
It mimics the hormone GLP-1, which regulates hunger signals and feelings of satiety
In the SURMOUNT trials, participants experienced significant reductions in fasting insulin, HbA1c (even in non-diabetic participants), triglycerides, and blood pressure