Summary GLP1RAs are recommended for the primary prevention of stroke in patients with diabetes and elevated cardiovascular risk
March 2024: Starter doses (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg) return to consistent availability
Circulation 101:207213 Ohara M, Ogawa K, Suda G, Kimura M, Maehara O, Shimazaki T, Suzuki K, Nakamura A, Umemura M, Izumi T, Kawagishi N, Nakai M, Sho T, Natsuizaka M, Morikawa K, Ohnishi S, Sakamoto N (2018) L-Carnitine suppresses loss of skeletal muscle mass in patients with liver cirrhosis
Focus on nutrient-dense foods that you can tolerate easily: broths, soft proteins, fruits, and vegetables that provide vitamins and minerals without requiring large portions
It may also affect alertness, which could affect driving or operating machinery
Health Canadas approval of Wegovy for chronic weight management in 2022, followed by the 2023 SELECT trial showing a 20% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events [2], accelerated prescribing in both diabetes and obesity populations