Walk into any pharmacy today, and one topic seems to come up more than any other: GLP-1 medications.
You may have heard friends talk about weight loss, seen ads online, or discussed these drugs with your healthcare provider. Medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have quickly become a common topic. For many patients, these medications have been life-changing. Amid the excitement, it is important to understand some safety considerations.
As a pharmacist, my message is simple: these medications can be powerful tools, but they must be used under supervision and with the support of healthy lifestyle choices.
GLP-1 medications were first developed to help manage Type 2 diabetes. Researchers later found that they also help with weight loss by reducing appetite and helping people feel full …