The Hippocratic oath is: First: Do no harm. And I am concerned people are getting harmed. HIMS SKIRTING THE LINE AS NOVO AND LILLY SUE COMPANIES SELLING COMPOUNDED GLP-1 DRUGS Hims has entered the market at a time when companies selling knockoff GLP-1 drugs are facing mounting litigation from Big Pharma
Nutritional supplements Yes, when prescribed by a qualified healthcare provider and taken as directed, FDA-approved weight loss medications are safe
Patients with diabetes should be aware that rapid improvement in blood glucose can temporarily worsen diabetic retinopathy in those with pre-existing retinopathy, necessitating appropriate eye care follow-up
Sugar alcohols like sorbitol, mannitol, and xylitol, commonly found in sugar-free gum, diet candies, and "keto" snacks, are poorly absorbed in the small intestine and become prime fermentation fuel when they reach the gut bacteria
These treatments reduce hunger, increase fullness, and optimize your bodys natural weight management processes
The 72-hour minimum rule The prescribing information for tirzepatide (Mounjaro and Zepbound) states clearly: if you want to change the day of the week you take your injection, you must maintain at least 72 hours (three days) between doses
