Jack Vinciguerra, PharmD Key Takeaways Semaglutide, a GLP1-RA, shows promise in reducing opioid overdose risk by modulating dopamine reward signaling
People taking semaglutide for weight loss may experience: Stomach issues like nausea, bloat, or extreme fullness Dizziness, headache, or fatigue Gastrointestinal issues, such as diarrhea, constipation and gassiness GI issues are the most common complaint among people just starting semaglutide
GLP-1 RAs have been shown to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), including non-fatal myocardial infarction, non-fatal stroke, and cardiovascular death
Association between olfactory receptor genes, eating behavior traits and adiposity: results from the Quebec Family Study
At 5 mg/mL (1.0 mL water), each 10 units delivers 0.5 mg