On the other hand, Botox relaxes the stomach muscles, which also helps regulate appetite.
Ozempic and Wegovy (Semaglutide)
Ozempic and Wegovy are brand-name injectable prescription medicines containing the active ingredient semaglutide.
These medications are classified as GLP-1 receptor agonists.
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Ozempic vs. Wegovy
Ozempic and Wegovy are both once-weekly injectable prescription medicines containing the active ingredient semaglutide.
They can be injected into the stomach, upper arm, or thigh.
Saxenda (Liraglutide)
Like Ozempic and Wegovy,Saxendais a brand-name injectable GLP-1 agonist.
The active ingredient in Saxenda is called liraglutide.
Mounjaro and Zepbound (Tirzepatide)
MounjaroandZepboundare brand-name injectable prescription medicines containing the active ingredient tirzepatide.
These medications are glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptors and GLP-1 receptor agonists.
Zepbound is the first and only FDA-approved medication to treat OSA.
These types of medications have caused thyroid cancer in animal studies.
It is not known if this applies to humans.
Botox (OnabotulinumtoxinA)
Botox(onabotulinumtoxinA) has many approved uses, including both medical and cosmetic.
They can be injected into the stomach, thigh, or upper arm areas.
Consult your healthcare provider for more information about weight loss injections.
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