This information is crucial for us to provide appropriate recommendations, such as adjusting drug administration before elective procedures, recommending extended fasting, or rescheduling an elective procedure if necessary. The authors noted that in June, 2023, the American Society of Anesthesiologists issued new suggestions to physicians for evaluating GLP-1 RA use before surgery, and for informing patients about related risks of adverse outcomes
Automated Alerts: Patients can sign-up to receive automated email alerts, delivered when a GLP-1 drug is reported in supply in their area or when the status of a GLP-1 drug changes on the FDA's Drug Shortage List
Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles and keep materials in their original sealed container until ready for use
Patients respond differently to GLP-1 medications
Earlier studies suggest that semaglutide (sold as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus) may cause more digestive issues, including diarrhea, than older GLP-1 medications like liraglutide (Saxenda and Victoza)
Sometimes, it's patients who need the GLP-1 agonist for diabetes management but can't afford to lose too much weight, she said