Here are some other key benefits: GLP-1 receptor agonists are generally well tolerated, but like all medications, they can cause side effects especially in the initial stages of treatment as the body adjusts to the hormonal changes or if a patient has not been counselled appropriately prior
The side effects of semaglutide, particularly the gastrointestinal ones, occur directly because of how the drug works
Whether the combination changes the risk profile is unstudied
GLP receptors are all over the body, she said, adding that she expects similar findings to emerge for tirzepatide and retatrutide
"It's a prescription drug for a reason, says Dr
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