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GLP-1 weight loss drugs could increase risk of osteoporosis and gout, new research finds Bookmark CommentsGo to comments Taking popular GLP-1 class weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could be linked to a higher risk of developing osteoporosis, gout and a condition that causes severe bone softening compared to people who dont use the medications, researchers said Monday
days 1 to 30): 3 mg orally once a day Dose escalation (days 31 to 60): 7 mg orally once a day Maintenance dose (day 61 and onward): If no additional glycemic control is needed: 7 mg orally once a day If additional glycemic control is needed: 14 mg orally once a day SUBCUTANEOUS: Ozempic Injection: Initial dose: 0.25 mg subcutaneously once a week for 4 weeks, then 0.5 mg subcutaneously once a week Maintenance dose: 0.5 to 2 mg subcutaneously once a week, based on glycemic control If additional glycemic control is needed after at least 4 weeks on the 0.5 mg dose: Increase to 1 mg subcutaneously once a week
10 Most preliminary studies on GLP-1RAs in rheumatic diseases have been conducted among individuals with OA, RA, and certain connective tissue diseases such as lupus and Sjgren syndrome
In a marathon two-day meeting, the panel of doctors, academics and pharmacists recommended the Food and Drug Administration reclassify almost all of the compounds under consideration so that specialized pharmacies in the U.S
