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What to Expect When Using GLP-1 Medications Understanding what to expect when starting GLP-1 therapy can help you use these medications safely and effectively
Additional Benefits: Helps regulate mood and sleep via serotonin production Supports immune function Reduces the risk of nerve irritation or neuropathy in diabetics Possible Side Effects: At therapeutic doses, it is very safe
These include FDA-approved GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic , Trulicity , Victoza , Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro , Saxenda and non-GLP-1 medications like Metformin
A study by the Institute of Clinical and Economic Review showed that in order for these medications to be priced effectively such that the risk of cardiovascular disease was higher than the cost of these weight loss drugs, they would need to be priced annually somewhere between $7,500 and $9,800 per patient per year
For those managing diabetes alongside weight goals, learning about insulin dosage charts can help you understand how different treatments work together
