If Ozempic works for a famous tennis star, maybe it’s right for me. An injectable drug for weight loss. How about diet, exercise and lifestyle management? My doctor recommends adding Vraylar to the antidepressant I’m already taking. Antipsychotics/major tranquilizers may improve the effectiveness of antidepressants. At the cost of developing tardive dyskinesia, a permanent movement disorder, and hyperlipidemia, high serum cholesterol. New drugs to hit the market in recent times include Journavx for pain, Mounjaro for diabetes/weight loss, Tryvio for high blood pressure, and the list goes on.
Is this better living through chemistry? Don’t get me wrong, for acute bacterial infections, major organ failure or debilitating injury, I personally want pharmaceuticals to be a part of the treatment plan. However, most chronic illnesses are best addressed through prevention and managing risk factors. So, take fewer drugs and make more effort to be aware of what’s good and bad for your health.
Dr. Bob Larsen