Spending money on an unproven supplement delays access to treatments that are proven to work
Clinical studies demonstrate that patients can expect to lose an average of 14.9% to 17.4% of their body weight over 68 weeks with this treatment
Theyll likely suggest starting the new medication at a low dose but the approach may be different for everyone depending on factors such as your current dosage, how long youve been taking the medication, and why youre switching in the first place

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