Effectiveness Wegovy 7.2mg average 20.7% weight loss over 72 weeks Mounjaro 15mg average 22.5% weight loss over a similar period The gap is now very small
Studies have found that people taking semaglutide GLP-1 lose an average of 15% of their starting body weight, while those on liraglutide typically lose around 5% to 10%
Refills are done through the same workflow, with follow-up visits handled through the patient portal
High heat can degrade the medication and make it less effective
Millions of people stop semaglutide every year, and the vast majority want to restart
However, as with any type of medical treatment, every individual is different and there are several factors that will influence how long you might stay on Semaglutide, including: Your weight-loss response to the medication Your individual goals Whether you experience any side effects Your commitment to diet and exercise changes Effects of Semaglutide long-term Given that semaglutide is designed to be used long-term, the effects of long-term use are generally all positive ones especially when combined with healthy lifestyle choices