You should not take Contrave if you: have uncontrolled high blood pressure have or have had seizures or an eating disorder like anorexia or bulimia are currently using opioid pain medications or are in opioid withdrawal take other medicines containing bupropion drink a lot of alcohol and suddenly stop have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) in the last 14 days You should use caution with Wegovy if you: have had problems with your pancreas or kidneys have type 2 diabetes and a history of diabetic retinopathy are taking insulin or other diabetes medications, as Wegovy can increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) Pregnancy and breastfeeding Neither drug is recommended during pregnancy, as weight loss offers no benefit to the fetus and may cause harm
When reimbursement expands, as in the earlier example of the NHS agreement for Mounjaro, an even wider group of doctors, in particular general practitioners (GPs), will be exposed to AOMs as prescribers
These are inexpensive and available at most pharmacies
This copper peptide shows promise as a way to promote faster wound healing, reduce skin redness and inflammation, and improve skin texture, meaning it could help acne heal and fade quicker.14 Vegan collagen amino acids According to a 2024 review, topical collagen may improve skin elasticity, texture, and firmness, but its high molecular weight can reduce its efficacy
While nutrition and movement matter, weight regulation is more complex than calories alone
