Hello from My Heart Internal Medicine.
Efe (efpeglenatide, Hanmi Pharmaceutical), a Korean-developed weight-loss medication approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in October 2026, can now be prescribed at My Heart Internal Medicine Clinic near Jungang Station, Ansan.
What is Efe?
- An injectable GLP-1 receptor agonist that reduces appetite and slows stomach emptying.
- Used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and exercise for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight who do not have diabetes.
Before a prescription
- It is a prescription-only medicine and requires an examination by a doctor.
- We check your body mass index (BMI) and related conditions to confirm it is suitable for you.
- GLP-1 medications can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and constipation, and results vary from person to person.
- We explain how to use it and the cost at your visit.
For other weight-loss medication, see Weight management consultations. Call 031-480-6870 for a consultation.