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This gradual increase is essential to minimize gastrointestinal side effects and enhance patient tolerance

The bioavailability

Regulatory Status Note: The regulatory environment for compounded GLP-1 medications is actively evolving

It only increases the severity and frequency of adverse side effects

Start smaller, sip slowly, and ask your clinician or dietitian about your protein target if you have kidney concerns, diabetes medication changes, bariatric history, or persistent GI symptoms

While these side effects can be mildly disruptive to daily routines, they are considered normal while on Trulicity and are generally tolerable to most patients