And for good reason, the science behind them is solid, and the results can be dramatic
The herbal supplement industry in general is not well regulated, Reierson points out
Recommended monitoring protocol: Baseline: Full thyroid panel (TSH, free T4, free T3, TPO antibodies, thyroglobulin antibodies) plus thyroid ultrasound before starting GLP-1 therapy 6-8 weeks after starting GLP-1: Recheck TSH and free T4
Nonetheless, while these agents are well-tolerated, they have some side effects, most importantly gastrointestinal, which warrant attention
ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes 2026 Guideline Used for diabetes, cardiometabolic risk, and obesity-treatment context
The molecular modifications result in different pharmacokinetic profiles between short-acting medications like exenatide BID and long-acting weekly treatments such as dulaglutide and semaglutide