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We break down the key differences in mechanism, evidence base, side effects, and who each one is actually relevant for.

How GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide affect sex drive and intimacy

UCLA followed 173 RA patients with a BMI of 27 or higher who took semaglutide or tirzepatide, against 42 who were prescribed it but never started

Most semaglutide users experience nausea and digestive changes that peak within the first 2-4 weeks, then gradually improve over 8-12 weeks as the body adapts to the medication

In 2024, we also saw unprecedented willingness by large numbers of patients to pay out of pocket, even in European markets, as public coverage of AOMs is still limited, at best, and more often non-existent