Explain That Weight Loss Meds Aren’t “Magic Bullets”

January 2024

New Year’s resolutions will bring questions about weight loss meds.

Explain that weight loss meds aren’t a “magic bullet.”

Emphasize lifestyle changes first. Then consider adding a med for patients with a BMI of 30 or more...and 27 or more with a weight-related condition, such as diabetes.

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Explain That Weight Loss Meds Aren’t “Magic Bullets”

Get concise advice on drug therapy, plus unlimited access to CE

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