Image Credit: lucigerma / Shutterstock.com Introduction This article summarizes how oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists address weight-loss challenges, improve absorption, and enhance tolerability, as well as the promising future of GLP-1/glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) dual therapies
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Most GLP-1 side effects are gastrointestinal, mild, and improve within the first few weeks of each dose level Serious warning signs severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, or allergic reactions are rare but require immediate medical attention Wegovy, Zepbound, and Foundayo share a similar GI side-effect profile, with some differences in nausea and diarrhea frequency In-person monitoring at PEAK allows your clinician to catch issues early and adjust your titration schedule in real time Starting a GLP-1 medication like Wegovy (semaglutide), Zepbound (tirzepatide), or Foundayo (orforglipron) is a major step toward better health and it is completely normal to wonder what to expect along the way
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