Fineman MS, Mace KF, Diamant M, et al
This is especially important given that the liver plays a vital role in various bodily functions, including nutrient metabolism, hormone production, and the detoxification of harmful substances
Note: compounded medications are not FDA-approved
Such widespread usage has led to a severe and prolonged international shortage of these drugs 13,14 , with consequent lack of access to treatment for patients with diabetes 15 and the urgent need to issue guidelines for alternative treatments 16
While most nausea from GLP-1 therapies is self-limited, serious adverse events such as pancreatitis, severe dehydration, or gallbladder disease require immediate attention and possibly discontinuation of the medication
While many SSRIs and tricyclic antidepressants cause a small amount of weight gain, some SSRIs, like escitalopram (Lexapro), and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are considered weight-neutral