More severe side effects are rare but can include low potassium, headache, dizziness, and chest pain
No anesthesia or preparation is required for the treatment
If progress stalls, our guide to GLP-1 plateaus covers strategies for restarting weight loss
The upfront costs of GLP-1s are an ongoing concern for both public and private payers, and some employers and state Medicaid programs are now restricting coverage, despite recognizing their effectiveness at treating obesity
While the timeline varies for each person, it typically takes a few days or weeks before vitamin B12 levels improve, reducing symptoms such as extreme tiredness or lack of energy
Georges University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital