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Increased risk of dosing mistakes: a small error in timing or volume can lead to severe nausea, vomiting, or dangerous metabolic shifts
Because you're not eating as much, you may not be getting the fiber you need to bulk up stool and keep things moving smoothly, which can also lead to constipation (especially if you're also not drinking enough fluids), says Hamilton
First-episode patients may be particularly in need of this support because they may be more likely to deny their illness and display noncompliance with medication
Abstract Background: Obesity is a major public health issue associated with significant humanistic and economic burden
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