Sleep is severely disrupted
These medications slow gastric emptying and reduce appetite, which can inadvertently decrease fluid intake while increasing the risk of dehydration through gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
When compared to those taking a placebo and with all participants eating a standardized breakfast, people taking semaglutide ate 24% less overall and approximately 35% less during their lunch and evening meals
Safe discontinuation requires GP consultation to assess diabetes control, arrange monitoring, and establish alternative treatment if needed
And although side effects can occur when taking GLP1 drops , their frequency and severity are usually low
While some preclinical studies suggest GLP-1 receptor agonists may have anti-inflammatory properties, it is important to emphasise that there is no clinical evidence demonstrating benefit in fibromyalgia patients