Name-brand medications are still strongly recommended over compounded versions
Kaplan says that stool softeners like Colace work by drawing water into the stool, making it softer, and are generally safe for long-term use
At around $15 for 60 servings of two softgels, they're relatively affordable, and with 125 milligrams of magnesium per softgel, adjusting the dosage is easy
In humans, immunohistochemistry using a monoclonal antibody showed that the GLP-1 receptor protein is expressed in the pancreas, in smooth muscle cells of the kidney, lung, and gastrointestinal (GI) tract, and in myocytes of the heart [16]
Rather than outright banning compounded GLP-1 medications, expert associations can contribute to the solution by creating a seal of approval, recognizing high-quality compounded medications