Semaglutide injections are a once-weekly treatment given under the skin (subcutaneously)
522,535 This inflammation activation leads to the secretion of a wide range of cytokines, such as TNF, IL-1A, IL-1B, IL-17, as well as various chemokine, including CCL5, C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 1 (CXCL1), and others
These medicinesincluding semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), dulaglutide (Trulicity), and liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda)work by mimicking the action of the naturally occurring GLP-1 hormone
For some, these medications act as a temporary bridge to a healthier weight
Thyroid Disorders: Semaglutide may affect thyroid function so that individuals may require monitoring