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These GLP-1 receptor agonists work by reducing appetite, improving blood sugar control, and promoting fat loss
Blood sugar spikes were more common after meals, and my weight crept back up
After considering metabolic effects, its important to examine how both substances impact digestion
So its very scary but it just goes to show how really in need we are for options for patients. Using these unofficial versions of medications like Wegovy and Ozempic can be the cause of long term complications like pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and malabsorption of the medication