Serious but less common adverse effects include pancreatitis, gallbladder disease (cholelithiasis, cholecystitis), diabetic retinopathy complications (in T2D patients with pre-existing retinopathy and rapid glucose lowering), and acute kidney injury (often secondary to dehydration from GI effects)
Our BALF proteomic analysis demonstrated enrichment of key proteins involved in both ECM degradation and collagen formation (Figs
Weight loss varies by individual and program, but many patients lose 12 pounds per week
Consult your provider to determine the appropriate dosing schedule, which can depend on other medications you are taking, tolerance to the medication, starting BMI, and rate of weight loss
While this is not a known direct effect of GLP-1 therapy, it still needs attention
Obesity and overweight are serious health issues that increase the risk for premature death and a variety of health problems, including heart attack and stroke