Clinical evidence comes primarily from the SCALE trial program , a series of phase 3 studies that evaluated liraglutide for weight management
Your provider at PlexusDx will assess whether continuing upward titration is medically justified or whether plateauing at your current dose represents optimal personalized therapy
If appetite reduction leads to inadequate protein consumption, muscle loss will be more pronounced
People with higher starting weights often lose more pounds initially, while those with lower starting weights may lose fewer pounds but might notice more significant changes in body composition
Protects cells from oxidative damage
Mitigate most common GI side effects with starting low doses, escalating the dose slowly if needed, utilize anti-emetics and prokinetics as needed, eat fiber, maintain hydration, consider coordinating with psychiatrist/therapist, and anticipate need for insulin adjustment to prevent hypoglycemia