You may have also heard it referred to or sold under the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus
Last reviewed: June 2, 2026 Last updated: June 2, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
Both drugs help manage Type 2 diabetes, but taking two GLP-1 medications at the same time is not recommended
Patients receiving the 2.4 mg weekly dose (Wegovy) for weight management may experience more pronounced digestive effects compared to those on lower doses used for diabetes management
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