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Ravid successfully completed his residency in Family Medicine at the Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Semaglutide belongs to a drug class known as glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and is currently marketed in injectable (Ozempic and Wegovy) and oral tablet (Rybelsus) form
A well-rounded approach includes monitoring body composition, metabolic health, daily symptoms, and overall quality of life
It also shifts the perspective on treating lean individuals, suggesting that, by carefully titrating the dose of semaglutide, therapeutic benefits may be achieved without substantial concern about additional weight loss
After injection, withdraw the needle at the same angle it was inserted, release the skin fold (if used), and apply gentle pressure with a clean cotton ball or gauze if needed