GLP-1 agonists may be used alone in patients intolerant of metformin or in combination with metformin, thiazolidinediones, and sulfonylureas (or in any combination thereof)
These are the same active ingredients found in brand-name medications, but because theyre compounded, theyre made by compounding pharmacies and are not FDA-approved
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"Based on our study, we recommend that guidelines be updated with the following precautions for GLP-1 RA users undergoing endoscopic procedures: continue therapy, follow a liquid-only diet the day prior, and adhere to standard pre-anaesthesia fasting," said lead author, Dr Brent Hiramoto, senior gastroenterology Fellow at Brigham and Women's Hospital
GLP-1 and GLP-1/GIP medications do have some known potential side effects