The most common side effects are gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation, particularly during the early dose-escalation phase
However, when systemic glutathione is depleted, these free radicals destroy the delicate proteins and lipid membranes of the electron transport chain itself
This can activate white blood cells (WBCs), causing more damage and reducing the bodys ability to fight off disease
Subsequent dose adjustments may be made based on how your body responds to the medication, typically with another increase after an additional four weeks under medical supervision
With strategic, integrated care, patients can get the benefits of using GLP-1 drugs without the debilitating side effects, and employers and health plans can manage the costs associated with GLP-1s without impacting the health of the people they serve