does glp-1 work How do medications actually work? 🤔 GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone your body naturally produces after you eat. Its job is to help regulate appetite, blood sugar, and digestion. GLP-1 GLP-1 Medications: Revolutionizing Weight Loss

Small, frequent sips of water, electrolyte solutions, or clear broths can help maintain hydration when nausea limits intake

No confusing insurance billspricing stays the same, no matter your dose (other than a discounted GLP-1 starter dose for new patients)

A large study of 2000 patients without diabetes showed that using Ozempic/Wegovy in addition to diet and exercise for 68 weeks led to a 15% weight loss (1/3 of the participants lost up to 20% of their starting weight.) Those in the control group that were only coached on the lifestyle changes lost 2.4% of their weight

However, long-acting GLP-1 RAs appear to cause less nausea and vomiting but more diarrhoea than short-acting agents [56]

GLP-1s can slow gastric emptying, which may reduce the oral absorption of other medications, including oral HRT tablets

While these questions remain unanswered, one thing is clear: GLP-1RAs challenge the conventional approach to AUD treatment, offering an avenue that aligns more closely with real-world drinking behaviors and patient needs