In healthy digestion, GLP-1 tells the pancreas to release insulin (lowering blood sugar), tells the liver to stop dumping glucose into the bloodstream, slows the rate at which food leaves your stomach (so you feel full longer), and signals the brain's hypothalamus to reduce appetite
The medication does not create physical dependence, but your body will need to readjust to functioning without its therapeutic effects
During initial treatment of severe deficiency, hypokalaemia (low potassium) can develop
It can mean the difference between steady, sustainable weight loss and a frustrating plateau that leaves you wondering if the medication even works
The standard dose is 2 mg daily, administered via subcutaneous injection in the abdominal area
Storage: Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place