They will evaluate the risks and benefits of continuing or starting GLP-1 treatment postpartum
Patient monitoring should include: Baseline lipid panel, hemoglobin A1c, and liver function tests Blood pressure monitoring (GLP-1 agents typically reduce systolic BP by 3-5 mmHg) [10] Assessment for gastrointestinal adverse effects during dose titration Evaluation for contraindications (personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2) [1] [3] Monitoring for gallbladder disease (increased risk with rapid weight loss) In patients with diabetes and retinopathy, monitoring for worsening eye symptoms, particularly with rapid glycemic improvement Renal function assessment, especially if severe gastrointestinal symptoms cause dehydration Patients should seek immediate medical attention for severe abdominal pain, which may indicate pancreatitisa rare but serious adverse effect
The combination of acetaminophen and ibuprofen may work better than acetaminophen alone
Bergenstal RM, Wysham C, Macconell L, Malloy J, Walsh B, Yan P, et al
Taking it around 20 to 30 minutes before exercise helps the body use fat as fuel during training
These different peptides send different messages