The active ingredient, semaglutide, mimics the effects of GLP-1, a naturally occurring hormone that stimulates insulin secretion and lowers glucagon secretion
Patients should be monitored for signs of pancreatitis or gallbladder disease
These insights reveal whether your genetic blueprint favors single-compound therapy or dual-compound combinations
Here's what to do if your schedule gets thrown off, including when to take the next dose and how to talk to your provider about it
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GERD is linked to issues like obesity, hiatal hernia, and certain dietary triggers, while diverticulitis is often associated with aging, low-fiber diets, and chronic constipation