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If experiencing severe, persistent upper abdominal pain (especially if radiating to the back) with or without vomiting, they should stop taking the medication immediately and seek urgent medical care, as these may be signs of pancreatitis
GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are a category of medications used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults [5,6]
The slowed movement of food through the digestive system can lead to feelings of excessive fullness (early satiety), discomfort, and in some cases, nausea that persists between meals
At the same time, caution is warranted in patients with current or previous eating disorders or psychiatric comorbidity, because GLP-1RAs may theoretically improve, maintain, or worsen eating-disorder symptoms depending on the individual context (108)
We offer nutrition counseling and, if needed, extra clinical support like IV treatments or injections
For readers who may be taking a GLP-1 medication or considering taking one, Ewing offered these tips on how you can help retain muscle while still losing weight: prioritize protein : Protein is the building block of muscle I recommend patients should eat at least 1.0-1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of their ideal body weight, Ewing said
