Both medications are given as once-weekly injections under the skin and may cause digestive side effects like nausea, diarrhea, and stomach pain
She said some studies have suggested musculoskeletal benefits with GLP-1 drugs and that she often sees improvements in joint pain among patients who lose weight on the medications
Developed by Eli Lilly, retatrutide simultaneously targets GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors, setting it apart from existing licensed treatments such as semaglutide and tirzepatide
It is produced naturally in every cell in the human body, with particularly high concentrations in the liver, where it plays a central role in detoxification
Supplementing with L-Carnitine may increase fat burning, boost energy levels, and improve exercise endurance helping patients maximize results from their weight loss program