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Gallstone Attacks and Bile Duct Blockage GLP-1 therapies can affect the gallbladder in several ways, leading to gallstones and even bile duct blockages

Patients using oral contraceptives should use a non-oral method or add a barrier method for 4 weeks after initiation and for 4 weeks after each dose increase

While some may question the value of a gym membership when GLP-1s effectively act as a silver bullet for weight loss, strength training is critical to preserving lean muscle mass amidst rapid weight loss facilitated by these drugs and is increasingly recommended by administering healthcare professionals

The main cons are that Retatrutide is not yet approved for clinical use, gastrointestinal side effects are common during the first 8 to 12 weeks, a new safety signal called dysesthesia emerged in Phase 3, long-term data beyond 68 weeks is still limited, and weight tends to return after discontinuing treatment

Semaglutide therapy is initiated with gradual dose escalation to keep the gastro-intestinal adverse effects at bay