Timing matters significantlymost bariatric surgeons recommend waiting 6-12 months after surgery before introducing new medications, allowing your digestive system to heal and stabilize
How Weight Loss Injections Work Weight loss injections work by targeting key hormones and metabolic pathways that influence appetite, energy levels, and fat storage
Cardiovascular benefits include significant reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure (mean systolic reduction of 9.9 mm Hg in non-diabetic adults and 6.5 mm Hg in those with diabetes), improved lipid profiles, and lower C-reactive protein levels, all of which are relevant for cardiovascular risk reduction
Consider baseline labs for copper and zinc and reassess if symptoms or labs shift
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By reducing appetite and slowing digestion, these medications help patients feel satisfied after meals, making it easier to consume fewer calories without feeling deprived