What Is GLP-1? How GLP-1 Medications Work, Their Side Effects and Who They Suit
Quick answer GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, is a hormone released from the gut after eating that helps regulate appetite and blood sugar. GLP-1 receptor agonists are medications that act on the same receptor as this hormone. These medications help you feel fuller, slow digestion and support blood sugar control. In the UAE, they include Ozempic, […]
Weight Loss Injections Over 60: What to Know Before Starting
Quick answer Yes, weight loss injections such as Mounjaro and Wegovy can be prescribed to adults over 60. Age alone does not necessarily rule out treatment. In the main weight loss trials in the US prescribing information, around one in ten participants were aged 65 or older. These figures cover people aged 65 or older, […]
Ozempic and Depression: What the Evidence Shows About Mood
Quick answer Large safety reviews have not found an increased risk of depression with GLP-1 medications, but tell your doctor about any change in mood. In January 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported on a review of 91 clinical trials. It found no increased risk of suicidal thoughts or of psychiatric effects […]
Side Effects of Wegovy, Mounjaro and Other GLP-1 Medications in Women
Quick answer Women taking Wegovy and other GLP-1 medications can experience the same side effects reported for all adults, mainly nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting and constipation. In separate trials, hair loss was reported more often in women than in men taking tirzepatide or Foundayo. Some women report changes to their periods while taking these medications. We […]
Wegovy pill or Wegovy injection: how they compare
Quick answer The Wegovy pill and the Wegovy injection contain the same medication, semaglutide. The pill is a tablet taken once a day on an empty stomach, while the injection is given once a week. In separate clinical trials, average weight loss was broadly similar. It was around 17% over 64 weeks with the 25 […]
Sleep Apnoea and Weight Loss: Can Mounjaro Help?
Quick answer Tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Mounjaro, is approved in the United States for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnoea in people living with obesity, under the brand name Zepbound. In two year-long clinical trials, patients taking tirzepatide had around 20 to 24 fewer breathing interruptions per hour of sleep than patients taking a […]
Rybelsus in the UAE: What It Is, How to Take It and How It Differs from the Wegovy Pill
Quick answer Rybelsus is a once-daily semaglutide tablet used to treat type 2 diabetes. In the UAE, pharmacies list the 3 mg, 7 mg and 14 mg strengths on prescription. It is taken in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before food, drink or other medications. Rybelsus can lead to weight […]
Moving to the UAE on a Weight Loss Injection: Bringing Your Medication and Continuing Treatment
Quick answer You can bring Mounjaro, Wegovy or Ozempic into the UAE, provided you carry the right documents. The Embassy of the UAE states that travellers must carry the prescription for the quantity of medication they bring. Controlled medicines need approval from the Ministry of Health and Prevention before the trip, so we recommend checking […]
I Weigh 100 kg: Where to Start With Weight Loss
Quick answer If you weigh 100 kg, a common first goal is to lose 5–10% of your starting weight over around six months, although the right pace varies. Whether 100 kg is a healthy weight depends on your height. At 1.70 m, 100 kg gives a body mass index (BMI) of around 34.6, in the […]
How to Lose 25 kg: A Realistic Plan and Timeline
Quick answer Losing 25 kg often takes many months to more than a year; the right timeline depends on your starting weight and treatment. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) links a gradual pace of around 0.5 to 1 kg a week with keeping weight off. Losing 25 kg in three months […]