This method works until problems arise, such as side effects, travel, or insurance issues
Indeed, one study found that people experienced better glycemic control and more weight loss within the first 12 weeks of switching from Ozempic or Trulicity (dulaglutide), another GLP-1, to Mounjaro or Zepbound
A large proportion of patients Holst found himself operating on during this period had duodenal ulcers, a disorder increasingly common in Western communities from the 1950s (Pesheva)
There is no absolute contraindication to Wegovy post-bariatric surgery, but decisions must be made by specialist teams including bariatric surgeons, endocrinologists, and dietitians
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It's also important to note that GLP-1 medications are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and women of childbearing potential should follow product-specific advice regarding discontinuation before planned pregnancy