Your Ultimate Guide to Weight Loss Medication

The results differ from person to person, but a 68-week clinical trial involving 1,961 adults with obesity (BMI ≥ 30) or excess weight (BMI ≥ 27) and related health conditions like hypertension or elevated cholesterol showed promising outcomes. Participants lost approximately 35 lbs or around 15% of their body weight on average, while those on a placebo lost about 6 lbs or approximately 2.5% body weight. Note: the average starting weight for both groups was roughly 232 lbs.