This can harm the cardiovascular system, eyes, and kidneys
Serious allergic responses, pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, hypoglycemia, kidney damage, and possible thyroid troubles are rare but possible side effects
It's important to note that weight loss itself is an evidence-based therapy for GERD, so the weight reduction achieved with these medications may actually improve reflux symptoms in some patients, potentially offsetting any direct effects on the gastroesophageal junction
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Christopher McGowan, an obesity medicine physician and founder of True You Weight Loss in Cary, North Carolina, previously told TODAY.com