The concern here, of course, is that when patients discontinue these drugs, they regain the weight they lost
Semaglutide: A Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist (GLP-1 RA): Semaglutide belongs to a class of medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)
The benefit was driven primarily by lower rates of new-onset persistent macroalbuminuria in low- to moderate-risk CKD and slower eGFR decline in high-risk CKD, with consistent findings across all other subgroups
When appropriate, this option is considered based on an individuals health history, goals, and response to ongoing support
If nausea occurs, it usually peaks 24 to 48 hours after injection and resolves within a day
Nausea Relief: Pharmaceutical antiemetics quickly control nausea and vomiting, so you can eat, drink, and feel like yourself again