Helen Knight, director of medicines evaluation at NICE, said: Our committee recognised the potential tirzepatide has to provide an effective and good value treatment option for all those living with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes. Poorly controlled type 2 diabetes, with its associated additional health risks, is a huge challenge for those living with the condition and the NHS. This summer it was reported that patients with type 2 diabetes on semaglutide and other glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA) drugs are having to stop taking them, amidst ongoing shortages
IV Therapy in Nairobi costs between Ksh 13,000 Ksh 40,000 per session depending on the cocktail
Hydroxyurea, a cornerstone of sickle cell treatment, is considered a teratogen, so it comes off the table
In this blog, we delve into the scientific literature to explain how GLP-1 medicines work, how they affect gut function and practical steps to take if you suspect gut problems
If you dont eat animal products, fortified foods are a reliable way to meet your B12 needs
Ozempic is another drug taken to regulate blood sugar levels by mimicking the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which tells the pancreas to release insulin , among other effects
