Besides lowering glucose, GLP-1RAs have beneficial effect on heart, brain, and pancreas, according to an international team that conducted the semaglutide trial
Dizziness Constipation Heartburn or reflux Mood changes (in severe cases, some say they suffer from depression) Somewhat more serious but very infrequent adverse effects are pancreatitis and gallstones
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With the limited number of slots available for the pilot (500) and the large number of employees enrolled in UI health plans (18,000+), it was decided to prioritize employees in this pilot program
Once-weekly injection which activates both the GLP-1 and GIP receptors
No, starting with higher doses increases side effects without improving results