Experts explain why weight-loss drugs like semaglutide fail some patients

independent.co.uk

Weight-loss drugs like semaglutide are not effective for everyone, with 10-30% of users considered "non-responders." Factors contributing to this include incorrect usage, discontinuation, insulin resistance, sleep disruption, other medications, and genetic predispositions. Sex, particularly higher estrogen levels in women, and the specific type of hunger driving obesity can also influence drug efficacy.


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