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There is just no standard of care. Emily Hilliard, a spokesperson for the Department of Health and Human Services, said that compounded drugs should only be used in patients whose medical needs cannot be met by an FDA-approved drug. Hilliard said the agency urges consumers to be vigilant and know the source of their medicine. Understanding the risks While weight loss drugs have helped millions of people lose weight, theyre not without risk, the data shows

For some patients, other approaches may be more appropriate first, or additional evaluation may be needed before starting medication

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Both clinical trials and observational studies have shown that intentional weight loss, whether through lifestyle change, bariatric surgery, or pharmacotherapy, is associated with reduced disease activity, improved joint symptoms, and enhanced response to biologics (31, 32)

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