The Checkup by Singlecare

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Ozempic is approved to manage Type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes in certain people. It’s also commonly prescribed off-label for weight loss. Some people have tried cheaper alternatives like compounded semaglutide, but these options may not always be safe or trustworthy.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Coumarin is a naturally occurring compound in cinnamon that can cause liver problems when consumed in high amounts or long-term, says Dr. Sapola, including liver enzyme elevation, liver toxicity, and possibly even liver cancer. It’s also worth noting that supplements may play only a small role in helping people manage Type 2 diabetes.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Ozempic is a GLP-1 agonist and is actually marketed as a diabetes drug, but many physicians are prescribing it for weight loss (off label-use). Ozempic’s label warns, “In studies with rodents, Ozempic® and medicines that work like Ozempic® caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer.

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