Typically, patients begin with a lower dose to minimize potential side effects, then gradually increase their dosage over time
If protein feels confusing right now, this guide on getting enough protein on GLP-1 can help you understand the bigger picture
For semaglutide and tirzepatide, the FDA labels allow catch-up dosing within a specific window (check the prescribing info for specifics since this has changed across label updates)
The delayed gastric emptying caused by GLP-1 agonists also contributes to prolonged satiation, which may help individuals feel satisfied with smaller portions and reduce the likelihood of consuming large quantities of food in a short perioda hallmark of binge eating episodes
Since her patients were unable to get their meds in a timely manner, they regained the weight, their blood sugars went up. In addition to causing a shortage, the demand and prevalence of the drugs have led to a spike in ER visits nationwide for side effects like diarrhea, nausea, bloating, and blurred vision