GLP-1 medications provide support by helping the body respond more predictably to food and improving satiety cues that often become weaker with age
Common side effects include: Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Decreased appetite Headache Stomach pain Fatigue Constipation Dizziness Heartburn Bloating and gas Low blood sugar (especially with insulin or sulfonylureas) Mood changes Serious, but rare side effects may include: Severe allergic reactions Pancreatitis Gallstones Kidney problems Worsening diabetic retinopathy Heart rate changes Suicidal thoughts or behaviors Thyroid cancer Bowel obstruction This is not a complete list
Starting with the lowest dose and gradually increasing helps give the body time to adjust
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