Proper storage of GLP-1 medications is essential to maintain their stability, efficacy, and safety
Because of their substantial benefit on some of the most highly prevalent disorders worldwide, GLP-1RAs have been hailed as game changers 8,9 and breakthrough drugs 10 , with an estimated market value of US$22.4 billion in 2022 and a compound annual growth rate of around 9.6% between 2023 and 2032 11
Some people are trying microdosingtaking smaller, flexible doses, often through compounded versions of these medicationsto minimize side effects while still reaping benefits
Abbreviations CVOTs: Cardiovascular outcome trials DPP-4 inhibitors: Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors GLP-1RA: Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists SGLT-2 inhibitors: Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors MACE: Major cardiovascular events RR: Risk ratio HHF: Hospitalization for heart failure References IDF Diabetes Atlas 2021 10th edition
Regain of weight on withdrawal of injections
GI Symptom Screen : Document any active nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea that may indicate clinical dehydration