Here is a list of potential side effects associated with metformin: Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Abdominal discomfort or cramping Loss of appetite Lactic acidosis (a rare but serious side effect): weakness, unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, dizziness, lightheadedness, fast or slow heart rate Vitamin B12 deficiency with long-term use Metallic taste in the mouth Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), especially when used with other diabetes medications Skin reactions: rash, itching, redness Changes in taste perception Respiratory issues: shortness of breath Liver problems: elevated liver enzymes Individual reactions to metformin can vary, and not everyone will experience these side effects
The FDA action targeted misleading sameness marketing, not compounding itself
Leerink Partners analyst David Risinger said he expects volume growth of the companies' obesity drug prescriptions to start picking up in July, with "rapid adoption" over the second half of the year
Zepbound is a medication that mimics the effects of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), a hormone naturally produced in the body that plays a crucial role in regulating appetite and glucose metabolism
