New Indication for Weight Loss Drug Semaglutide

Am J Nurs. 2023 Jun 1;123(6):19. doi: 10.1097/01.NAJ.0000938724.36679.23.

Abstract

The weight loss drug semaglutide (Wegovy) is now approved for pediatric patients ages 12 and older whose body mass index categorizes them as obese.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Obesity Agents* / adverse effects
  • Child
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2*
  • Glucagon-Like Peptides / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Hypoglycemic Agents / adverse effects

Substances

  • semaglutide
  • Hypoglycemic Agents
  • Anti-Obesity Agents
  • Glucagon-Like Peptides