They can also raise your chances of other serious eye problems, like diabetic retinopathy, which can also cause blindness
Even though Mounjarno is sometimes used for weight loss, the FDA has only approved it for diabetes
Several mechanisms may potentially contribute to blood pressure effects, including: weight loss (a well-established factor in blood pressure reduction), possible promotion of natriuresis (sodium excretion by the kidneys), and theoretical improvements in endothelial functionthough many of these mechanisms remain hypothetical rather than definitively proven
(32) performed a meta-analysis of 17 randomized trials comparing GLP-1RA (exenatide, liraglutide, albiglutide, taspoglutide, lixisenatide)
If you go this route, the available evidence suggests a few guidelines worth considering