By the second or third dose, the delayed gastric emptying effect (where food stays in your stomach longer) becomes more pronounced, leading to earlier satiety during meals
It also draws water into muscle cells, creating an anabolic environment that favors muscle protein synthesis
Skipping titration steps increases the risk of severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation
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Continued surveillance remains essential given the theoretical risk based on animal studies
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