Other Side Effects of GLP-1s: Dizziness Mild tachycardia (increased heart rate) Infections Headaches Indigestion (upset stomach) Temporary, mild itchiness and/or redness on your skin at the site of the injections Severe, But Rare, Side Effects of GLP-1s Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) Medullary thyroid cancer Acute (sudden) kidney injury Worsening diabetes-related retinopathy As with any prescription medication, all risks and side effects should be thoroughly discussed with your health care provider
For many patients on lower maintenance doses, this single-day acceleration produces only mild symptoms like temporary appetite suppression or light nausea, but the risk increases as your dose climbs higher during your titration schedule
Individuals with defected insulin-stimulated glucose uptake into muscle and adipocytes tissues, in addition to impaired insulin suppression of hepatic glucose output, are described as having insulin resistance(IR)
If needed, they may also order lab work through the CVS Health network before prescribing medication
This integrated model not only increases your volume but also reduces risk
Goodnow, 1996