Common Side Effects When side effects occurred, they were typically mild, transient, and similar in frequency to placebo groups: Reported Adverse Effects Most Common (occurring in small percentage of participants): Mild to moderate headaches (most frequently reported, often resolving with continued use) Injection site reactions (minor redness, swelling, or irritation at injection site) Gastrointestinal effects (particularly at higher oral doses: mild nausea, diarrhea, flatulence) Fatigue (reported occasionally during initial adaptation period) Rare Events: One case of chest tightness was deemed possibly related to treatment in safety trials
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Brain endothelial cells rely heavily on glycolysis to maintain barrier architecture and support vascular remodeling
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Newer versions of GLP-1 drugs, such as tirzepatide (sold as Zepbound and Mounjaro by Eli Lilly) and Novo Nordisks upcoming drug CagriSema target more than one type of gut hormone receptor, while retatrutide hits three
It is also a reminder that physicians have a role to play in advocacy at all levels for patients to have access to safe and FDA-approved medications. Nosal also emphasized the importance of a strong relationship with a PCP who knows patients comprehensive health histories