What you need to know: Blood tests to check kidney function are routine when taking these medications Temporary changes in kidney function tests can occur with Mounjaro, but often stabilise or improve with continued treatment People with significant kidney problems may need lower doses or more careful monitoring When to contact your doctor Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience: Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea that prevents you from keeping fluids down Unusual muscle weakness, tingling, or numbness (possible signs of high potassium) Dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up Significant decreases in urination Irregular heartbeat or palpitations These symptoms could indicate a potential complication that needs prompt attention
Future research directions continue to explore novel mechanisms and combination approaches
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This piece walks through what the research actually says, whats happening in the operating room, and what patients should be thinking about before, during, and after GLP-1 therapy