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Why some people say they're microdosing weight loss drugs
NBC News· 2025-11-21 23:04
What is micro doing. >> So micro doing is taking a smaller amount of these weight loss drugs than what the FDA approved. So instead of taking let's say one milligram of one of these drugs, you're taking a tenth of a milligram.The people who do this say there are a couple of reasons why they do it. First of all, it tends to be less expensive. I mean, these drugs can run you four figures a month.Another reason is fewer side effects. um they say the nausea, the stomach upset, the headaches that some people exp ...
Eli Lilly's Obesity Pill Moves Closer to Approval
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-26 16:06
Clinical Trial Results & FDA Approval - Lilly's oral pill data for obesity and Type 2 diabetes initially caused significant market disappointment [1][2] - The recent data is viewed as the final step before submitting plans to the FDA for approval of the pill [2] - FDA approval is anticipated no earlier than 2026 [4] Market Expectations & Potential - Long-term expectations for the pill have decreased due to weight loss percentage and gastrointestinal side effects [3] - Despite lowered expectations, the pill is still projected to become a multi-billion dollar product in the US market [3] Side Effects & Advantages - The pill's side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and gastrointestinal issues, comparable to other medications like Wegovy [5] - The primary advantage of the pill is its convenience as a once-daily oral medication compared to weekly injections [6]