Consider treatment response and tolerability when selecting the maintenance dosage
These medications also carry a boxed warning about thyroid C-cell tumors observed in rodent studies
In 2026, semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus) is available at prices ranging from about $99 per month to over $1,300 per month depending on the channel
Retatrutide is the first medication to mimic three hormones, GLP-1, GIP and glucagon, rather than the one or two that current medications use
Appetite suppression is intentional and therapeutic, yet some patients report loss of interest in previously enjoyed foods or subtle changes in taste perception
Conclusion At up to 6-month follow-up following initiation of semaglutide, we have seen a reduction in BMI, a reduction in HbA1c and an improvement in self-rated overall quality of life in people with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder with major mental and physical health challenges