GLP-1 receptor agonists are a class of medications primarily licensed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and, in some formulations, for weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with weight-related comorbidities
With so many GLP-1 receptor agonists on the market, its important to understand how different treatments compare when choosing a weight loss medication
When to seek medical attention: Persistent vomiting preventing adequate fluid intake Severe abdominal pain, particularly if localized to the upper right quadrant (potential gallbladder issues) Severe pain in the upper abdomen radiating to the back (possible pancreatitis) Signs of dehydration (dark urine, dizziness, decreased urination) Inability to tolerate any food or liquids for more than 24 hours Severe constipation with abdominal distension or vomiting (possible ileus/obstruction) Yellowing of skin/eyes with fever and abdominal pain Patients with significant vomiting or diarrhea should be monitored for signs of acute kidney injury, particularly those with pre-existing renal impairment or taking medications that affect kidney function
[They may need to] hear that Serena not only did the gym, she played professional tennis, did all the training, and [even] she could never get to where she was at when she was her healthiest