What Should I Know About Injectable Weight-Loss Medications?
Date Added:
March 19, 2024
Journal/Publication:
JAMA Internal Medicine
Publisher:
American Medical Association
Publication Date:
March 11, 2024
Type:
Patient Education Materials
Format:
Article
DOI (1):
10.1001/jamainternmed.2023.7268
PMID (1):
38466303
Abstract
How Do I Know If Injectable Weight-Loss Medications Are Right for Me?
The decision to start an injectable weight-loss medication is based on several factors. These include weight, medical history, personal preference, and medication cost. Talk with your health care professional about whether these medications are right for you.
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RPR Commentary
Information for patients regarding injectable medications for weight loss. James W. Mold, MD, MPH