Not recommended to improve glycemic control in patients with an eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m2 as it is unlikely to be effective
Water retention typically manifests as mild peripheral edema in the hands and feet, peaking in weeks 24 and resolving partially by week 6 as aldosterone regulation adapts
These medications mimic a natural hormone (GLP-1) that regulates appetite, increases feelings of fullness, and slows digestion
Age-dependent upregulation of p53 and cytochrome c release and susceptibility to apoptosis in skeletal muscle fiber of aged rats: role of carnitine and lipoic acid
It is also for people with a body mass index greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2 or a body mass index greater than or equal to 27 kg/m2 and other risk factors (e.g., controlled high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol)
The product is labeled as supporting weight loss, bone health, muscle recovery and gut health