Investigating Ozempic

Double WTF Wegovy???

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Jan 19, 2025
Discover the fascinating reasons behind the approval of Wegovy's 2.4mg dosage. Dive into the alarming statistics on clinical trial side effects and the surprising endorsement from regulators. Explore how the speed of weight loss plays a crucial role in advertising strategies. Connect the dots between GLP-1 drugs and the extreme methods seen on 'The Biggest Loser.' Finally, uncover the fierce competition in the weight loss drug market and the push for personalized dosages amidst the quest to be the ultimate 'biggest loser'.
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ANECDOTE

Biggest Loser Rapid Weight Loss

  • The TV show The Biggest Loser featured contestants undergoing intense exercise and diets to lose weight rapidly.
  • Most contestants regained all their lost weight and more after the show, highlighting issues with rapid weight loss.
INSIGHT

Big Pharma Weight Loss Battle

  • Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly battle over weight loss drugs with different weight loss percentages.
  • Higher claimed weight loss percentages attract more consumer attention and influence drug popularity.
INSIGHT

Dosage Linked to Side Effects

  • Side effects increase substantially with higher dosages of semaglutide in clinical trials.
  • Adverse events almost doubled when Wegovy's 2.4 mg dose was used compared to lower Ozempic doses.
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