Probiotics are sensitive to environmental conditions, and how you take them can influence whether the bacteria survive transit through the stomach and actually colonize the gut
Other digestive side effects linked to GLP-1 medications Besides diarrhea, GLP-1 medications may also cause nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating, stomach pain, gas, or reduced appetite
Saxenda remains a reasonable option for patients who cannot access or tolerate semaglutide, and it has the longest safety track record in the weight management space
Drawing lessons from other countries approaches to covering GLP-1 drugs, LDI Senior Fellow Ezekiel Emanuel and colleagues give four key guidelines that should inform future policies to ensure fair and effective access to these critical medications across the U.S
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and constipation