Common Side Effects Mild nausea (most common, usually improves within a few weeks) Diarrhea or constipation due to slowed digestion Bloating or fullness after meals Mild headaches or fatigue Less Common But Serious Side Effects Pancreatitis (rare) Watch for persistent, severe abdominal pain. Hypoglycemia (rare in non-diabetics) Can occur when combined with insulin therapy. Allergic reactions (very rare) Monitor for rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing
Health conditions exacerbated by excess weight, such as diabetes or high blood pressure
Choosing the Right Cold Chain Packaging GLP-1 medications must be stored and transported within 2-8C range
Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that weight loss alone restored erectile function in over 30% of obese men who lost an average of just 33 pounds over two years
However, people taking GLP-1 receptor agonists are also at heightened risk of developing drug-induced acute pancreatitis, nausea, vomiting, arthritis and low blood pressure
