glp-1 drug news today Swiss Re says drugs could reduce US mortality by up to 6.4% FDA says shortage of GLP-1

What is the FDA's current position on GLP-1 compounding

Tirzepatide may be the better choice if: You need to lose 15% or more of your body weight

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Eating slowly, staying physically active, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and choosing minimally processed foods more often can all complement a GLP-1-friendly diet and support long-term GLP-1 weight loss

Less Common but Serious Side Effects Some less common but more serious GLP-1 side effects are worth being aware of: Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) Gallbladder problems (including gallstones) Acute kidney injury (usually as a result of severe dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea) Diabetic retinopathy worsening (particularly in patients with rapid improvement in blood sugar control) Hypoglycemia (when combined with other diabetes medications like sulfonylureas or insulin) All GLP-1 medications also carry a warning regarding a theoretical risk of medullary thyroid carcinoma, based on animal studies