6 However, liraglutide has been the main drug in this class linked to skin reactions, with cases of exanthematous pustulosis in photo exposed areas, generalized erythematous plaques and nodules, and pruriginous macules at the injection site reported in the literature
Wysock was concerned about making the switch, fearing that the compounded version would cause unfamiliar side effects, but it was worth it to me to try. Its not a normal situation that a blockbuster drug immediately goes on shortage and meets criteria for compounding pharmacies to compound it
Many providers will not clear patients for exercise beyond walking until a pelvic floor assessment has been completed
In the STEP-1 trial, people taking semaglutide 2.4 mg lost an average of 14.9% of their body weight over 68 weeks
As Donovan notes, GLP-1 medication is not cheap if purchased by a private individual, estimating that only one in five adults has insurance that would cover anti-obesity medication