Stop metformin in case of severe infections or impending reduction in renal perfusion When should Insulin be used in Type 2 diabetes mellitus
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The potential downsides of GLP-1 medications No drug is without side effects, and for GLP-1 medications, these might be: Gastrointestinal issues such as constipation or diarrhea General nausea and vomiting, or nausea caused by certain smells Pain or tenderness in the stomach or abdominal area And more serious side effects including hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, and gallstones The other concern many have with GLP-1 medications is how long a patient must be on them to sustain their weight loss
If it's done well and it's done appropriately, people's lives are absolutely changed and there is so much hope
Vascular protection and anti-inflammatory effects Emerging evidence suggests that GLP-1RAs hold considerable therapeutic promise in ophthalmic pathologies, particularly through their vasoprotective and anti-inflammatory mechanisms
The Drugs Controller General of India, along with state controllers, has stepped up surveillance of the unauthorized sale and promotion of GLP-1 drugs through retail pharmacies, online platforms, wholesalers and wellness clinics, warning that non-compliance will result in the cancellation of licences, fines and legal action