The molecule was developed by Novo Nordisk, which holds the marketing authorisations for Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus
The appetite suppression may make you forget to refuel during or after a workout, hampering your energy further
More studies may be beneficial, but as of now, there's no reason to suspect any significant side effects or complications from taking both medications at once
Regular review of weight loss progress, typically every three months, allows assessment of treatment response and consideration of whether continuation is appropriate according to NICE TA875, which recommends discontinuation if less than 5% weight loss is achieved after six months at the maintenance dose
However, given the close association between obesity and OSA, as well as the effectiveness of other forms of weight loss in combating OSA, incretin-based therapies hold promise as a therapeutic option for the management of obesity-related OSA