Regular kidney function monitoring through blood tests is essential, particularly for patients with pre-existing kidney problems
While some additional evidence suggests that probiotics can increase GLP-1 levels both directly and indirectly, clinical evidence is lacking
For the injectable form, timing your meals is less of a concern because it doesnt go through the digestive system in the same way as the oral form
The SUSTAIN trial programme evaluated semaglutide in people with type 2 diabetes, demonstrating both improved glycaemic control (HbA1c reductions of 1.01.8%) and substantial weight loss (46 kg on average with the 1 mg dose used in Ozempic)
They should also ask about protein intake, resistance training, hydration, constipation prevention, blood sugar monitoring, liver and kidney markers, and long-term maintenance after weight loss