The most common side effects of GLP-1 medications are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, and dry mouth
Tips for managing side effects when switching If you switch GLP-1 medications, you may experience gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, appetite reduction, constipation, bloating, and excessive burping
Fragmented care, such as receiving prescriptions from specialists without informing primary care providers, can further disrupt continuity in therapy
Small, frequent mealseating 3 to 5 ounces every 2 to 3 hoursprevent the stomach from becoming too full, a common trigger for post-injection nausea
By activating these three hormones, retatrutide offers a more comprehensive approach to weight management and metabolic health