Individuals with known structural heart disease, previous arrhythmias, family history of sudden cardiac death or inherited arrhythmia syndromes, or concurrent use of medications that prolong the QT interval should undergo thorough cardiac assessment
Telehealth options: Some telehealth services, like PlushCare, may prescribe Rybelsus off-label for weight loss, especially if youre overweight or have obesity-related health concerns
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A deeper issue, though, is that the GLP-1 industry and diet culture are selling the idea that thinness equals confidence, happiness, or worthinesswhich simply isn't the case
Ongoing monitoring allows providers to assess safety, effectiveness, and the need for treatment modifications
Most GLP-1 medications all say the same thing: dose increases should be done every four weeks at the earliest