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Mioduchoski, FNP-BC These lesser-known side effects often come as a surprise because patients dont read about them in the standard medication guides
Examples Metformin Dosage Immediate release Initial: 500 mg once or twice daily OR 850 mg once daily Maximum: 2,550 mg daily (dosages above 2,000 mg daily are typically administered in three divided doses) Extended release Initial: 5001,000 mg once daily Maximum: 2,000 mg daily Possible side effects include: Gastrointestinal: diarrhea, nausea, and/or abdominal discomfort Vitamin B12 deficiency (and elevated homocysteine) Testosterone reduction (blood tests can measure this and natural testosterone prescription creams may be considered) Oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist Primary mechanism(s) of action Enhance incretin signaling to increase glucose-dependent insulin secretion, reduce post-prandial glucagon, and delay gastric emptying (resulting in reduced after-meal glucose levels and increased satiety) Examples Semaglutide (Rybelsus) is the only approved medication in this class as of early 2022
For some patients, those effects can make it easier to eat less and stay on track with a structured weight loss plan
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An efficient snack when appetite is limited
