What are your questions about weight loss drugs?

CNN

12 November 2024 at 9:09 am·1-min read

Weight loss and diabetes drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound have become household names.

Weight loss and diabetes drugs Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound are seen as game-changers for obesity and weight management but for many people, there are still questions around side effects, accessibility and results. What do you want to know about the drugs, how they can impact health and how they might be used in the future?

Send CNN your questions about weight loss drugs using the form below and watch “Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Is Ozempic Right For You?” at 8 p.m. November 17 on CNN to learn more.

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