
Semaglutide: Enhancing Adherence for Diabetes and Weight Management Success
Reading Time: 2 minutes Introduction to Semaglutide Semaglutide is a groundbreaking medication primarily used for the management of type 2 diabetes and, more recently, for weight management. As a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, semaglutide works by mimicking the incretin hormone, which stimulates insulin secretion and reduces glucagon levels in a glucose-dependent manner. This action not only helps in regulating blood sugar but also contributes to weight loss by slowing gastric emptying and reducing appetite. The Importance of Patient Adherence For semaglutide to be effective, patient adherence is crucial. Adherence refers to the extent to which patients follow the prescribed treatment regimen. Poor adherence...