2022, article 454
How do GLP-1 medications help with weight loss
By pairing evidence-based medicine with a deeply human approach, Ro strives to help patients feel seen, supported, and empowered to take control of their weight in a way theyve never been able to before. On Ro, you can get access to some of the most effective GLP-1 medications approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) alongside structured, ongoing care from a licensed provider
A history of severe reflux, bariatric surgery, opioid use, Parkinson disease, scleroderma, gastric outlet obstruction, or long-standing diabetes should raise suspicion for baseline motility impairment
We adjust the titration schedule rather than push through
It's worth noting that type 2 diabetes itself is associated with an increased fracture risk despite often normal or higher bone mineral density, which may complicate the interpretation of bone health outcomes in this population