GLP-1 receptor agonists are synthetic versions of a hormone your body already produces
Lyophilized (unmixed) powder should also be refrigerated for short-term storage within a 3-6 month window, or kept frozen at -20C or below for longer durations
One thing that often catches people off guard is the digestive side effects: bloating that seems to come out of nowhere, constipation that lingers, sulfur burps, and stomach discomfort that can make meals feel like a chore
Wegovy is also a brand name prescription medication that uses Semaglutide as its active ingredient, and is also manufactured by Novo Nordisk
Hernandez combines evidence-based metabolic medicine with pediatric endocrinology, nutrition, exercise physiology, behavioral health, and personalized lifestyle interventions to help children build healthier metabolism and lifelong wellness
That patient probably needs to be monitored much more closely and to think much more deeply about whether or not a GLP-1 is right for them, he said