Clinical trials show that Ozempic leads to substantially greater weight reduction, while metformin typically results in more modest weight loss
Phase 2 data from Jastreboff et al
Managing blood sugar levels is crucial for people with type 2 diabetes
Benefits Semaglutide and liraglutide share a few common benefits, such as: Both drugs promote blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes Semaglutide (Wegovy) and liraglutide (Saxenda) help reduce body weight in obese and overweight patients Both drugs have potential cardiovascular benefits and reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death Side effects As semaglutide and liraglutide belong to the same class of drugs (GLP-1 receptor agonist), they have common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, injection site reaction, and pancreatitis
This makes it a great option if youre budget-conscious but still want to see results