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Its safety profile is well-established, with the most common side effects being mild gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
These limitations reduce confidence in the pooled estimates
The more you take it, the less you should need and be able to spread out treatments
Understanding how this integrated system works is essential before pursuing GLP-1 therapy as a Kaiser member
Several GLP-1 medications have been FDA-approved to treat diabetes or weight loss