However, if nutrition, and hydration havent been changed to accommodate for the medication, then this can make symptoms worse and more persistent
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Many individuals prescribed these medications may have pre-existing risk factors for reflux, including obesity itself, which is a well-established independent risk factor for GORD
Despite media narratives that often frame GLP-1 drugs as empowering, over half of women (52%) and more than a third of men (37%) believe users are judged negatively, seen as taking the easy way out
Safety is vital, and healthcare professionals play a crucial role in personalized treatment plans, monitoring, and counseling
However, there is hope for cost reduction following the patent expiry of tirzepatide in 2026, which may allow for the introduction of more affordable generic versions