Healthcare providers may recommend periodic evaluations of cardiovascular health, kidney function, and overall well-being
No, the elimination half-life remains constant at approximately seven days regardless of dose
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Most patients experience mild gastrointestinal discomfort, such as nausea, which can be managed with gradual dose adjustment
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Other notable adverse effects include injection site reactions (typically mild), gallbladder problems including cholelithiasis, acute kidney injury (particularly with severe dehydration from gastrointestinal side effects), and hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis and angioedema