The total weight lost over six months tends to be similar whether someone escalates aggressively or conservatively, because the aggressive escalator often has to pause or reduce doses due to side effects while the conservative escalator progresses steadily without interruption
McGowan B, Ciudin A, Baker JL, Busetto L, Dicker D, Frhbeck G, et al
Although infrequent, a small number of reports described severe outcomes, including fatal and life-threatening events, prompting regulatory attention and reinforcing the importance of continued pharmacovigilance
Blood tests measuring sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and creatinine can identify correctable abnormalities
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