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During the first month of treatment, as your body slowly acclimates to the newly introduced medication, you might notice only small shifts in your daily eating habits
Common GLP-1 Medications in Canada Examples of GLP-1 medications prescribed in Canada may include: Semaglutide-based medications Liraglutide-based medications Other GLP-1 receptor agonists approved by Health Canada Your healthcare provider will determine which option, if any, is appropriate based on your health profile
Novo Nordisk cited concerns about Hims & Hers selling and promoting knock-off compounded GLP-1 drugs, which are more affordable versions of the popular weight loss medications
For example: Serious cardiovascular disease usually rules out stimulants like phentermine Uncontrolled high blood pressure a problem for some medicines Seizure disorders, bipolar disorder or eating disorders important when considering naltrexone/bupropion History of pancreatitis or severe gut disease needs caution with GLP1 medications Pregnancy or breastfeeding weight loss drugs are generally not used This is why Australian regulators and RACGP stress that obesity pharmacotherapy needs careful selection and monitoring , not casual prescribing
