Oral semaglutide ( oral semaglutide drops or semaglutide troches ) adds another layer of complexity
Due to berberine and the polyphenols affecting the microbiome and slowing gastric emptying, some people may experience a temporary bout of nausea, gas, or diarrhea/lower stool frequency
ADVERSE REACTIONS : The most common adverse reactions, reported in 5% of patients treated with Victoza and more commonly than in patients treated with placebo, are: headache, nausea, diarrhea and anti-liraglutide antibody formation
Although the primary motor outcome was neutral, the study confirmed safety and hinted at benefits in secondary domains, solidifying GLP-1 RAs as a viable therapeutic avenue
GLP-1 medications have changed the game for adults managing obesity and type 2 diabetes