They: Increase insulin secretion in response to meals Suppress glucagon, a hormone that raises blood sugar Slow gastric emptying, which helps you feel full longer Reduce appetite, often leading to weight loss This combination makes them effective for both diabetes management and weight reduction Nausea is a common side effect when starting GLP-1 medications because they slow digestion and affect appetite signals in the brain
If your pen runs out, you will not get the right dose of medicine, which can lead to hyperglycemia (high blood glucose)
What a peptide actually is, in clinical language A peptide is a short chain of amino acids, generally fewer than fifty, joined by peptide bonds
Diet on insulin versus GLP-1 therapy Patients on Toujeo need consistent carbohydrate intake to match their insulin dose
The nausea pattern is familiar by now: a few days of discomfort after the dose increase, followed by adaptation
Adequate hydration is essential, especially if you experience vomiting or diarrhoea