She also recommended avoiding opioid analgesics for these patients when possible, as they can worsen gastrointestinal side effects
Semaglutide is a medication doctors use to help people lose weight
These can include water retention, numbness and tingling, and in some cases, an increase in growth of existing cancer cells
While generally safe, they can cause nausea, bloating, vomiting, and diarrhoea, and in rare cases may lead to stomach paralysis
This is one of the most frustrating aspects for patients who thought they had adjusted to the medication
It helps control blood sugar, lowers cardiovascular risks, and slows the progression of kidney disease