The increase in diverticulitis incidence in Western countries is largely due to unhealthy lifestyle habits (like lack of exercise or smoking) combined with the availability of processed foods and diets low in fiber
The most frequently reported side effects in Phase 2 trials are gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation, particularly during dose escalation
Tirzepatide 10 mg and 15 mg demonstrated statistically significant reductions in SBP compared to GLP-1 RA, semaglutide 1 mg (5.3 mmHg and 6.5 mmHg vs 3.6 mmHg, respectively)
Research published in Scientific Reports found that GLP-1 receptor agonists affect gut bacterial populations, potentially reducing strains that promote healthy motility while favoring strains associated with slower transit
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There are maximum recommended doses, and not every plateau requires a dose change