Patients should contact a clinician if they cannot keep fluids down, have very dark urine, feel faint, or develop persistent vomiting or diarrhea
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Adherence is significantly lower among those using GLP-1s for weight loss versus those using them to manage type 2 diabetes one study found that about 65% of patients without type 2 diabetes discontinued GLP-1 therapy within one year, compared to 47% of patients with type 2 diabetes
People With a Past of Eating Disorders Should Also Refrain From Taking GLP-1s Nutrition and a healthy mindset are key while taking these medications, so individuals who under-eat or have a history of eating disorders should consult their doctor about whether to avoid Ozempic, Wegovy, or other GLP-1s
However, researchers believe the heart benefits likely reflect multiple effectsnot just weight loss, but also changes in inflammation, blood pressure, and metabolism