jama glp-1 "What we really need to know is are these [#GLP-1] drugs safe in #pregnancy? Do they actually lead to net benefit for mum and child, or do they lead to potential harm?", Naveed Sattar, MBChB, PhD, From JAMA: #GLP-1 receptor agonist

It is a naturally occurring peptide that originates from a protein found in the stomach & has been modified to improve its stability & bioavailability

Teaching patients about proper dosing, adherence strategies, and side effect management will be critical for maximizing outcomes

Contact your healthcare provider if you experience: Severe or ongoing side effects Rapid weight regain after stopping Blood sugar problems (especially if you have diabetes) Depression or mood changes related to weight regain Thoughts of disordered eating behaviors Heres What I Really Want You to Know Listen, Ive had this conversation with thousands of patients over the years, and heres what I always tell them: there is absolutely zero shame in needing long-term medication for weight management

No, GLP-1 agonists are not the same as Ozempic