GLP-1 short for glucagon-like peptide-1 is a natural hormone your body releases after you eat
Potential benefits of using GLP-1 receptor agonists after gastric sleeve surgery include: Enhanced weight loss : Observational studies suggest post-bariatric patients using GLP-1 receptor agonists may achieve additional weight reduction, typically around 510% of body weight, though individual responses vary considerably Improved glycaemic control : Particularly beneficial for patients with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, as GLP-1 agonists enhance insulin secretion and reduce blood glucose levels Reduced appetite : These medications can help patients who struggle with persistent hunger despite surgical intervention Cardiovascular benefits : Semaglutide has demonstrated cardiovascular risk reduction in people with established cardiovascular disease, which may benefit eligible post-bariatric patients with this specific risk profile Maintenance of weight loss : May help prevent weight regain during the critical maintenance phase Potential risks and considerations include: Gastrointestinal side effects : Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation are common, particularly during dose escalation
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Systolic blood pressure and total cholesterol were also significantly reduced after 12 months
So you know, our powers that be are working to try to see what they can do to help cover some of that cost [of GLP1s], which is something that our employees liked. Human Resource Representative, large manufacturer We were covering [GLP-1 agonists for weight loss] and they tripled our cost
Your prescriber will assess your progress at each dose level and may recommend staying at a lower therapeutic dose if you're experiencing good results and minimal side effects
