Dec 2002;25(12):2165-2171
Using medication past its BUD risks subpotent treatment and unpredictable effects, which means lost progress and possible health risk
The Accelerated Approval is based on part 1 of the ESSENCE trial that showed that at 72 weeks, 36.8% of people treated with Wegovy 2.4 mg achieved improvement in liver fibrosis with no worsening of steatohepatitis compared to 22.4% of individuals who received placebo
While preclinical studies and anecdotal evidence suggest potential benefits, the lack of comprehensive clinical trial data limits our understanding of its full therapeutic potential and possible side effects
Selecting between thigh and stomach injections for Wegovy is ultimately a personal decision based on individual circumstances, comfort, and practical considerations
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