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As frontline healthcare providers, pharmacists have a unique opportunity to demonstrate how to properly use GLP-1 medications
The agency urges consumers not to purchase these products which are of unknown quality and may be harmful to their health. GLP-1 prescription drugs should not be confused with GLP-1 dietary supplements . These products marketed to boost GLP-1 naturally, promote weight loss, or provide nutritional support for those taking GLP-1 medications contain a variety of dietary supplement ingredients, not actual GLP-1 drugs
It is also indicated in the treatment of alcoholic liver disease, liver cirrhosis, and liver damage in HIV/HCV co-infection and gastritis
It should be taken on an empty stomach, typically 30-60 minutes before eating, separated from other medications and supplements by at least 4 hours (for calcium, iron, and similar minerals)