These include: Bloating and gas : Increased bacterial fermentation produces gases, causing abdominal distension and flatulence Mild abdominal discomfort or cramping : Usually resolves as the microbiome stabilises Changes in bowel habits : Temporary loose stools or, less commonly, constipation Nausea : Occasionally reported, particularly if taken on an empty stomach These symptoms typically diminish within 23 weeks of consistent use
It is possible that this relatively selective colonic mucosal involvement may reflect the qualitative or quantitative differences in colonic microbial flora (as opposed to the small intestine)
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A post hoc analysis in Japan indicated that the combination of SGLT2i and GLP-1RA was superior to monotherapy in improving liver function parameters (ALT, AST), hepatic steatosis index (HSI), and fibrosis index (FIB-4), suggesting complementary mechanisms between the two