Multiple dose levels (1, 4, 8, 12 mg) were tested in Phase 2, with the Phase 3 dose selection to be refined based on efficacy-tolerability balance
It simply allows your body more time to adjust, which often improves overall adherence and compliance with the full protocol
Note: Phase 2 trials also tested a 1 mg starting dose, which showed modest results
When you start a GLP-1 medication like semaglutide, your brain receives stronger fullness signals from your gut, which typically lowers your daily calorie intake by 30 to 40 percent without conscious dieting
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