common side effects of glp-1 drugs Part 2 a 3-Part Series; Medications for Weight Loss GLP-1 medications, commonly used for

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In a motion to dismiss the lawsuit last year, lawyers for Mochi Health called the complaint part of a nationwide campaign to bolster Lillys profits by dictating patient care through the elimination of compounded drugs as a treatment option for weight management. The lawsuit is ongoing

HW TIPS TO MINIMIZE GI SIDE EFFECTS One or more gastrointestinal (GI) side effects are observed in roughly 10% to 50% of people who take one of these weight management medications.1,2 From nausea and vomiting to acid reflux, bloating, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and/or constipation, patients can minimize GI side effects with a start low, go slow approach, starting with the lowest dose and titrating as recommended (see table Currently FDA-Approved Mono and Dual Agonists)