If youre about to start or already use a GLP-1, its important to talk with your healthcare provider to make sure your contraception is still the best fit for you
Potential Side Effects and How Dosing Plays a Role Common Side Effects Some individuals experience nausea, flushing, mild headaches, or injection site discomfort
Receptor sensitisation: Some research suggests that alternating between different secretagogue mechanisms may prevent receptor downregulation compared to chronic stimulation of a single pathway
A 1-unit error represents a 20% dosing mistake
4 This type of medication was approved by the FDA in 2005 and is generally an injectable delivered in the fatty tissue present just under the skin.4 GLP-1 agonists are prescribed by a doctor who may decide that they are appropriate for an individual based on their specific needs
GLP-1 medications slow gastric emptying, meaning food and liquids move through your stomach more slowly than usual