This isnt the only study to suggest there is a link between thyroid cancer and the use of this class of medications
Individual results vary based on health status, genetics, lifestyle, and other factors
Convenience of Administration Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are typically administered once weekly as a subcutaneous injection, offering convenience for patients compared to other medications that require more frequent dosing
So what gives
The oral obesity drugs are set to grow commercially due to their greater convenience compared to injectable forms, which minimize issues such as fear of needles, the complexity of administering injections, and weariness from continued use
Bolinder J, Ljunggren , Kullberg J et al (2012) Effects of dapagliflozin on body weight, total fat mass, and regional adipose tissue distribution in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus with inadequate glycemic control on metformin