And for people with diabesity or more complex or severe obesity, assessing the medical benefits of metabolic surgery early on is vitally important. Surgery vs weight-loss medications: risks and side effects GLP-1s The most common side effects of GLP-1 class receptor agonists include nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea and constipation
Management strategies include: Taking the injection before bed so nausea occurs during sleep Starting at a lower dose and increasing gradually Taking an over-the-counter anti-nausea medication 30 minutes before injection (with physician approval) Eating a small, bland meal before injection Facial Flushing A warm, red flush across the face and sometimes the upper body is common shortly after injection
If the stall is driven by progressive muscle loss or severe caloric restriction, waiting will make the problem worse, not better, because the metabolic adaptations continue to compound
In an effort to (hopefully) achieve coverage, your healthcare provider will need to document that you meet all of the following requirements for prior authorization: You are at least 18 years old You have been making lifestyle changes, including a reduced-calorie diet , to lose weight for at least three months
Some of the warnings are the same (they can cause extreme skin dryness and shouldnt be used during pregnancy), but since the medication is only applied topically and not taken orally, those risks are lower
In summary, while oral GLP-1s will undoubtedly become a popular and vital pillar in treating diabetes and obesity, it is unrealistic to expect them to relegate subcutaneous formulations to a secondary role