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Risks of using diabetes drug for weight loss

Risks of using diabetes drug for weight loss (Photo: iStock)

Developed by Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk, and FDA-approved in 2017, Ozempic lowers blood sugar by helping the body make more insulin through weekly injections.

Its main aim is to help adults who suffer from type 2 diabetes to manage their blood sugar. They use semaglutide to mimic a naturally occurring hormone, which communicates to the brain that you are full. The chemical also slows digestion, increasing how long food should process and leave the body.

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