usually improves over several weeks Diarrhoea or constipation : Altered bowel habits due to delayed gastric emptying Abdominal discomfort : Bloating, dyspepsia, or gastro-oesophageal reflux symptoms Practical management strategies recommended by NICE and specialist diabetes services include: Starting at the lowest licensed dose and titrating gradually according to the product's summary of product characteristics Eating smaller, more frequent meals and avoiding high-fat foods Maintaining adequate hydration, particularly if experiencing vomiting or diarrhoea Taking the injection at a consistent time as specified in the SmPC for your particular medication Less common but important adverse effects include: Injection site reactions : Rotate injection sites systematically between abdomen, thigh, and upper arm to minimise localised reactions Hypoglycaemia : Risk increases when GLP-1 agents are combined with insulin or sulphonylureas
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In this podcast episode, McCall McPherson, a medical professional from the Modern Thyroid Clinic, explores the benefits of GLP-1 agonists, originally developed for diabetes treatment, in aiding weight loss and improving overall health
The pharmacy verifies the prescription and contacts your insurance company (if applicable) to process any prior authorization
The cost of a new vial is far less than the cost of weeks of injecting degraded medication that produces no results
This determines: How the drug works What side effects you may experience Which manufacturer is responsible The specific legal arguments in your case Semaglutide-Based Medications Found in: Ozempic and Wegovy Manufacturer: Novo Nordisk How It Works: Mimics one natural hormone : GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) Triggers insulin release when blood sugar is elevated Slows gastric emptying (how fast food leaves your stomach) Suppresses appetite through brain receptors Long half-life allows once-weekly injection Key Characteristics: Strong appetite suppression Proven track record (Ozempic approved 2017) Most extensively studied in clinical trials Highest number of adverse event reports Clinical Effects: Average weight loss: 15-20% of body weight Significant reduction in A1C (blood sugar control) Cardiovascular benefits demonstrated in studies Tirzepatide-Based Medications Found in: Mounjaro and Zepbound Manufacturer: Eli Lilly How It Works: Mimics two natural hormones simultaneously : GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) This dual agonist approach affects multiple metabolic pathways Also slows gastric emptying Enhances insulin secretion more powerfully Weekly injection schedule Key Characteristics: Often produces greater weight loss than semaglutide Newer to market (Mounjaro approved 2022) Long-term safety data still evolving Complex dual-mechanism may affect risk profile Clinical Effects: Average weight loss: 20-25% of body weight Stronger glucose control May work faster for some patients Critical Warning : Because tirzepatide activates two hormone pathways instead of one, it may affect digestion in more complex ways
