Because oral options sit directly within the stomach to be absorbed, some patients report a higher frequency of upper gastrointestinal symptoms, including acid reflux, indigestion, and localised stomach discomfort during the morning fasting window
These may cost employees more than a standard insurance co-pay of $25, but are still generally less than employers pay for the drugs through pharmacy benefit managers
Many GLP-1 clinics charge a monthly membership fee and raise your medication costs when your dose increases
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) is uncommon with GLP-1 receptor agonists when used alone, as they work in a glucose-dependent manner
Patients should never inject into areas with lipohypertrophy (fatty lumps), scars, bruises, or skin abnormalities
This may be counterintuitive, as it seems clear that GLP-1 drugs have overwhelmingly positive effects on kidney function