Brain insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer disease: Concepts and conundrums
Most patients store their pens in the refrigerator door or a dedicated medication compartment rather than the freezer, which can cause ice crystal formation and damage the solution
These visits should include medication reconciliation, review of blood glucose logs (for diabetes patients), assessment of adverse effects, and laboratory monitoring as appropriate (A1c, thyroid function tests, INR for anticoagulated patients)
Larsen, Anna T
Slower titration is a legitimate option for GI-sensitive patients, with evidence that it improves long-term persistence
Once in the body, semaglutide binds to GLP-1 receptors in the hypothalamus, the region of the brain responsible for regulating hunger and satiety