Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes (0.25 mg to 2 mg), while Wegovy is approved for chronic weight management (up to 2.4 mg) and to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with established cardiovascular disease and either overweight or obesity Exenatide extended-release (Bydureon BCise) : Once-weekly injection using microsphere technology Liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda) : Once-daily injection
Tirzepatide increases by the same amount each time (2.5 mg steps), which makes escalation predictable
The clinician makes an independent prescribing decision
Weight loss tends to be steady, around 12 pounds per week, requiring patience and long-term dedication
Brand names: Ozempic (diabetes), Wegovy (obesity)
Larsen, J., Hylleberg, B., Ng, K